Fitter/Welder III

Job Summary Will read blueprints, fit and/or oversee fitting, expedite parts, weld and/or oversee welding. Take ownership of job to meet customer and schedule requirements. Essential Functions Read blueprints Be able to supervise a crew and complete a job from start to finish without direct supervision Expedite all parts throughout the plant as necessary to meet production goals Solve all obstacles related to the job he/she is running Take ownership for meeting customer and schedule requirements Be a living example of our principles of unity, trust, honesty, integrity, creativity, and self-reliance Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Must be able to make all welds uniform and clean, and complete work to customer's specifications Pass Blueprint test: Read all weld symbols on a blueprint Differentiate between channel, angle, flat bar, square tube, pipe etc. Pass basic plate weld test (visual and bend) within specified time requirements, in four of the five weld processes used at Petersen Inc: F.C.A.W. – Stainless and mild steel: 3G, 6G positions G.M.A.W. – Mild steel: 3G position G.T.A.W. – Stainless and aluminum: 3G, 6G positions S.A.W. – Sub arc: 1G position is a plus but not required Must know how to calculate Arc length and circumference Calculate Bolt Circles, Chord Length, and Flat Pattern Must be able to work well in a team environment Able to listen well, understand concerns, and gain cooperation to solve problems quickly and effectively Must be efficient and productive with time Maintain an acceptable attendance and safety record Maintain a safe environment Minimum Requirements High School education or GED preferred. Four years of shop or field welding. Must be able to understand implicit and explicit instructions and react favorably in all work situations. Must be able to resolve problems, handle conflicts, and make effective decisions under pressure. Ability to do math calculations, especially trigonometry. Essential Physical Functions Requires lifting, stooping, bending and stretching to accomplish grinding, welding and other assigned duties. Requires ability to work at different heights. Requires correctable vision to within normal range to perform clean and uniform welds and read blueprints. Requires standing, bending and stooping for extended periods of time. Safety Requirements Must not pose a direct threat or significant risk of substantial harm to the safety or health of himself/herself or others Must be committed to a high standard of safety and be willing and able to comply with all safety laws and all the employer's safety policies and rules and must be willing to report safety violations and potential safety violations to appropriate supervisory or management personnel Equipment Used (but Not Limited To) Welder, Grinder, Gouge, Drills, Tools. Travel Must be available and willing to travel as the employer determines is necessary or desirable to meet its business needs. Working Conditions Works in a typical fabrication shop environment. Occasionally called upon to work overtime. Working conditions may vary according to weather. Requires ability to work in heat and cold. Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Equal Opportunity Petersen is proud to be an Equal Opportunity, Affluent Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr