We are looking for a skilled Welder to cut and join metals and other materials at our facilities or construction sites. You will operate appropriate equipment to put together mechanical structures or parts with a great deal of precision. Your job is important as it provides the foundation for strong infrastructure.
A welder must be competent in using potentially dangerous equipment following all safety prec autions. The ideal candidate will also have a steady hand and great attention to detail. Knowledge of different kinds of metal and their properties is essential.
Responsibilities
- Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures
- Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements
- Set up components for welding according to specifications (e.g. cut material with powered saws to match measurements)
- Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded
- Align components using calipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces
- Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead)
- Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps
- Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws
- Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety
- Will be flexible to work on additional custom job projects that will not require any welding (mechanical assembly, bending and forming metals according to print, minor electrical assembly work)
- 5s (Set in order, Sort, Sustain, Shine and Standardize) shop cleanliness, maintain an organized work area
- Must be willing to work on any task to complete any project
- Work well with others and suggest new practices and ideas when needed
- Operate a forklift (must be or willing to be certified) and other equipment necessary
- Coordinate with field labor crew for efficient installations
- Conserve resources whenever possible to ensure budgetary integrity
Requirements
Proven experience as welder (areas of welding needed are pipe, sheet metal and structural)Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (TIG, MMA, MIG, Stick, and Plasma Arc Welding, etc).Experience in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, calipers etc.)Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawingsKnowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves etc.)Deftness and attention to detailProficient in EnglishSuccessful completion of a relevant apprenticeship program is requiredProfessional Certification (e.g. an AWS welding certificate) will be a plusBasic understanding of ElectricityConduct test to check weld quality, including hydrostatic, x-ray, dimension toleranceMust take a weld test at our facility before employment offer is decided.