Welder/Fabricator

Now Hiring DAY SHIFT WELDER's with Fabrication & ALUMINUM experience, to work at a fast paced Cable Manufacturing Company in Milton, FL.

Our company is fast-expanding, future looking, and a continuous innovator across the energy market. We provide integral components for solar and wind farm development as well as electrical cabling for key industrial markets including the Oil & Gas, Communications and Irrigation markets. Within this fast-paced culture, we take a service-oriented approach to all of our work, by utilizing a friendly working environment. We truly believe that our company is a rewarding career destination.

We are looking for a skilled WELDER to cut and join metals (and other materials) at our facilities and/or at our construction sites. We are seeking someone who also has experience working with ALUMINUM , and who preferably also has FABRICATION experience. You will operate appropriate equipment to put together mechanical structures or parts with a great deal of precision. Your job is important as it provides the foundation for strong infrastructure.

A welder must be competent in using potentially dangerous equipment following all safety precautions. The ideal candidate will also have a steady hand and great attention to detail . Knowledge of different kinds of metal (especially ALUMINUM) and their properties is essential.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures
• Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements
• Set up components for welding according to specifications (e.g. cut material with powered saws to match measurements)
• Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded
• Align components using calipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces
• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead)
• Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps
• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws
• Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school Degree (or equivalent) is preferred but NOT required .

• At least 1 full year of Welding AND Fabricating experience (NOT including time in school)

REQUIREMENTS:

• MUST have TORCH experience in order cut bobbins.
• MUST have ALUMINUM experience.
• Proven experience as welder/fabricator with at least 1 full year of welding/fabricating experience (OUTSIDE of a school setting).
• Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (TIG, MIG, MMA etc.).
• Experienced in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, calipers etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings.
• Knowledge of relative safety standards AND the willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves etc.).
• Comfortable working in both HOT and physically demanding environments.
• Ability to stand, kneel, or bend for extended periods of time.
• STRONG "Attention to detail".
• Proficient in English (extremely beneficial if you ALSO speak Spanish).
• Successful completion of a relevant apprenticeship program is required .
• Professional Certification (e.g. an AWS welding certificate) is preferred but NOT required.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must complete a pre-employment background check (having something on your record does NOT eliminate you from this position, we take everything on an individual "case-by-case" basis)
• MUST be able to pass a pre-employment drug test.
• MUST have STEEL-TOED boots/shoes.
• MUST have reliable transportation to Milton FL.

PAY:
Starts at: $22+/hr. --- Depending on Level of Experience
(with the opportunity to increase over-time)
***All hours worked OVER 40 hours WILL be paid at "TIME-AND-A-HALF"***

SCHEDULE:
Full-Time --- All shifts are 12-hr's
Day Shift = 7:30am - 7:30pm
***Expect to work 60+ hours a week***

Benefits: (that may be available AFTER temp period)

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

TEL Staffing complies with regulations enforced by the EEOC.

This position is Temp to Hire. No benefits are offered during the Temp period.