Welder

Job TitleLays out, fits, and welds pipe, and structural materials used in fabrication of components to assemble structural forms such as piping/instrumentation, vacuum jacketed piping, spool piping etc. by performing the following duties.Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Selects equipment and plans layout, assembles, and welds.Lays out, positions, aligns, and fits components together.Fabricates from sketches, blueprints or instruction.Bolts, clamps, and tack-welds parts to secure in position for welding.Sets up equipment and welds parts, using arc, GTAW-ARC (TIG) welding, submerged arc, or other welding process used by company.Repairs/reworks products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts.Uses hand and power tools to perform work.Examines weld for bead size and other visual specifications.Lays out, positions, and tack welds work pieces for fit-up.Welds along vertical or overhead weld lines.Chips or grinds off excess weld, slag, or spatter.Assembles completed spool pieces into final assemblies per drawings and spec sheets.Be able to qualify for ASME Code welding as required.QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Prefer an individual with the ability to weld in a 6G position. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education/ExperienceHigh School Diploma or GED, technical school preferred3+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experiencePhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities are required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.