Structural Welder

Job Description Job Description Flexicrew Technical Services (FTS) is seeking a Structural Welder II to perform structural steel welding and fabrication in a shop environment. This position applies appropriate welding processes to join and fabricate metal components and structures while consistently meeting production and safety requirements. Essential Duties: • Understand and follow all applicable safety policies and procedures. • Set up welding equipment and weld metal parts using gas welding and combinations of arc welding processes. • Perform structural steel fabrication and welding using appropriate welding processes. • Demonstrate proficiency with flux-core welding in the 3G position. • Operate cutting torches and carbon arc torches to cut, prepare, and join components of steel structures. • Successfully complete required employer performance tests or standard welding tests necessary to meet applicable certification requirements. • Maintain good housekeeping practices and properly dispose of waste in accordance with safety and environmental policies. • Consistently meet or exceed established production and safety requirements for assigned projects. • Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager or Supervisor. Requirements/Skills: • Minimum two to four years of experience in structural steel welding and fabrication preferred. • Verified structural weld test and/or demonstrated ability to perform required basic welding skills according to testing requirements. • Proficiency with flux-core welding from the 3G position. • Ability to properly set up and operate welding and cutting equipment. • Verbal communication skills sufficient to perform assigned responsibilities. • Ability to work effectively in a fabrication shop environment and follow established safety procedures. Physical Requirements: • Ability to work 100% of the time in a shop environment. • Ability to work around typical fabrication-shop hazards, including welding fumes, welding arc flash, high noise levels, skin irritants, and debris generated from welding and grinding operations. • Ability to perform physical activities requiring considerable use of the arms and legs. • Ability to stand approximately 80% of the workday and regularly walk, climb, bend, and stoop. • Ability to lift, push, pull, and handle materials weighing up to 45 pounds. Equal Opportunity Statement: *Flexicrew Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with FTS is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications. Employment or consideration will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.