Welder (Monday-Thursday 10 hour days)

Description

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures.
2. Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.
3. Set up components for welding according to specifications.
4. Operate angle grinders.
5. Weld components using manual welding equipment in various positions (vertical, or horizontal)
6. Inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws.
7. Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

• Knowledge and Skill Requirements
• Proven experience as welder.
• Experience using MIG welding equipment and procedures.
• Experience in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings.
• Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves, safety glasses etc.).
• Deftness and attention to detail.
• Proficient in English.
• Professional Certification (e.g. an AWS welding certificate) will be a plus.
• Supervisory Responsibility

None

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, with a minimum expectation of 40 hours per week. Hours are Monday-Thursday 6:00am-4:30pm. Occasional Friday, evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.