Welder

Welder

Oklahoma City OK - OKC, OK 73129

Overview

Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Education Level High School Travel Percentage None

Description

Summary of Position:

Perform day to day general welding and fabrication duties. Must be flexible/available for weekends and after-hours work (40+ hours/wk).

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Read blueprints and sketches in order to execute jobs and tasks to specification
• Use electricity and torches to solder together components made from steel, titanium, copper, and other metals
• Select and use proper tools and equipment for each task such as tape measures and calipers
• Monitor equipment for appropriate usage and temperature
• Assess equipment, structures, materials, and job specifications for appropriate welding positions
• Project management and fabrication
• Maintain safe and clean work environment
• Maintain professionalism in the work place
• Perform any other assigned proprietary duties

Qualifications

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Mathematically and mechanically inclined
• Previous welding and fabrication experience
• Good reading and writing skills
• Prolonged standing, walking, stooping, bending, lifting – 100% daily (subject to change daily)
• Assist in lifting, pushing, and/or pulling up to 50 lbs. in adherence with Midwest Hose Safety Standards; receiving unloads up to 100%; order pulling up to 100%
• Must be able to meet the physical demands typical in a warehouse environment including but not limited to grasping and fine manipulations with hands, reaching, squatting, climbing, activities working around moving machinery, exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity, exposure to light dust and fumes.
• Commitment to work additional hours as needed to complete orders received daily

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED (Required)
• Must have 2+ years MIG or TIG experience
• Additional power equipment experience (Preferred but not Required)

About Us: Midwest Hose is one of the largest hose and fitting wholesale distributors in North America. Since opening our doors in 1983, we've steadily grown and continue to build our loyal customer base, which speaks to how enthusiastic we are for the future! Here at Midwest Hose & Specialty, we believe our employees are the driving force behind our business. We treat each person with the respect and value they deserve.

We provide ample room for upward mobility and advancement within the company, promoting from within and rewarding team members with opportunities for growth and pay increases! We offer competitive pay, career advancement based on performance, and a premier benefits package that includes:

• Very competitive compensation
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Company paid health and dental insurance plans
• Basic life and AD&D insurance
• Paid holidays
• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• Great work/life balance
• Casual dress environment
• Career longevity
• Professional growth
• Parental leave

Additional Information:

As part of our commitment to a safe and productive workplace, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen.

If you want to be part of a growing company and believe that Midwest Hose & Specialty is the place for you to begin your new career path, please apply today!