Welder

Primary Purpose: Metal Inert Gas (M.I.G.) welding in all positions of mild and alloy steels. Work to be performed per shop drawing specifications.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

Set up and operate M.I.G. welding machines and oxygen-acetylene torches.

Perform a wide variety of M.I.G. welding including standard and flux core and occasionally stick weld in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.

Welder/Fitters are required to produce or assemble a variety of parts from shop drawings that conform to specifications and acceptable time frames.

Will also be required to move and position raw materials and finished goods by use of pallet jacks and/or forklifts.

General shop work such as grinding and oxygen-acetylene burning.

Work from shop drawings producing quality product. Must maintain welding specifications. Able to perform any manufacturing/welding operation as required throughout the manufacturing process.

Hydro/air testing manufactured parts

Qualifications and Education Requirements

High School or Trade School preferred. Welding background with 3-5 years of experience. Must be able to M.I.G. weld mild and alloy steels in all positions. Must be able to read and work from shop drawings.

Must successfully pass pulmonary function test.

Physical Requirements

A physically demanding position requiring heavy lifting and carrying 50lb the ability to stand continuously is essential with occasional walking and sitting. The nature of this position will require employee to perform a wide range of physical activities ranging from pushing and pulling heavy objects 50lbs to crouching, kneeling, bending and handling; and will at sometimes require employee to work from a maximum height of 12 feet.