Welder/Fitter - Wilson Road

Job Description

Job Description

Qualifications

The Industrial Welder/Fitter will be able to perform ASME quality in one or more of the following disciplines; Stick (SMAW), Flux Core (FCAW) and/or Tig (GTAW). Position will be responsible for reading and interpreting P&ID’s and blueprints in order to join, fit, fabricate and assemble tanks and/or heaters to project specifications.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform calculations and operations with mathematical data.
• Utilize a variety of hand tools and devices in the manufacturing of tanks or heaters.
• Apply standard welding techniques for the purpose of joining and repairing metal and other weld material .
• Perform quality work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Continually seek ways to improve processes and workflow to drive positive change.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
• Accomplish department and company mission by achieving set goals.
• Promote and educate others on Astec’s core values.
• Follow company policies, procedures and safety rules at all times.

This description is representative but not inclusive of all position responsibilities. Associate may be asked from time to time to complete tasks not listed within the contents of this document, but that are relative to the goals of the business.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must possess a high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Must have three (3) years’ experience in a welding capacity.
• Must be self-motivated, able to follow directions, and work independently and as a team-player.
• Ability to exercise discretion and good judgment on a customary and regular basis.
• Must be deadline driven and possess a strong work ethic.
• Must possess reading, writing, and basic math skills to understand product descriptions, document activities and communicate deficiencies.
• Capacity to handle sudden changes in project/priority and multiple tasks simultaneously in a positive fashion is necessary.