Welder - Submarine Building

Company Description Steeped in a tradition of hydropower, American Hydro is a leading supplier and installer of large equipment for the hydro electric industry, specializing in design, engineering, precision CNC manufacture, upgrades and servicing of high-performance, hydro-turbines and large pumps.

We are currently looking for an Welder to add to our team located at our York, PA facility. We are a tight-knit group that takes a great deal of pride in what we produce. If you are detail-oriented, hardworking, and looking for a place to call home, we invite you to apply for this opening.

Job Description Position Summary & Objective

The Welder will join, fabricate, and repair metal and other materials by applying appropriate techniques using various welding devices. Responsible for assembling or repairing damaged pieces of metal using machinery that emits high heat temperatures. Sets up components for welding according to specifications.

Classifications

Proficient: Must possess qualifications, skills and experience of former classification.

Novice: Able to use GTAW process.

Proficient: Fully proficient with SMAW, FCAW and SAW.

Competent: Qualified to perform SAW machine welds on both stainless and carbon steel.

Competent: Able to set parameters to optimize the operation of the process(s).

Competent: Able to produce high quality production welds.

Competent: Capable of operating gas cutting, plasma, and air arc gouging process on all but the most challenging applications.

Competent: Able to weld using larger wire sizes in many situations.

Competent: Able to operate jib cranes and forklifts to facilitate positioning of weldments.

Competent: Able to make roll and positioner set ups and assembly of simple, smaller weldments on same.

Essential Functions Performed by the Position

• Proficient in blueprint reading except geometric tolerancing
• Fully proficient with FCAW and SMAW
• Able to set parameters to optimize the operation of the process(s)
• Able to produce high quality welds
• Grinds parts as needed pew drawing and verbal instruction
• Capable of operating gas cutting and air arc gouging process on all but the most challenging applications
• Able to weld using larger wire sizes in many situations
• Keeps equipment and work area clean and orderly
• Keeps Supervisor informed of problems regarding work, piece, schedule, safety, etc. as they arise
• Able to operate jib cranes and forklifts to facilitate positioning of weldments
• Able to make roll and positioner set ups and assembly of simple, smaller weldments on same

Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Detail oriented
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work in teams and independently
• Ability to problem solve
• Ability to adhere to the Quality, Environmental, Health, and Safety guidelines
• Ability to take initiative
• Ability to multitask

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); Three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Licenses or Certifications Required

• None

Additional Information Environment and Working Conditions

• Indoor working conditions (outdoor as needed)
• Confined area to contain sparks and glare
• Exposure to loud noises
• Long periods of standing and sitting
• May work in a scaffold or platform off the ground
• Heavy lifting may be required at times.

Travel Requirements (percent)

• None

Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

The benefits of joining our team

When you join our team, you do more than simply switch companies to progress your career. You become part of our family, a group of talented women and men who drive business success.

Industrious Group and its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit and business need.

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Industrious Group and its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit and business need.