Aluminum Welder

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary:The Welder III is an intermediate-level, skilled position performing a variety of welding and related tasks (e.g., brazing and cutting) using gas and/or electric welding equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following with other duties assigned as necessary:

• Reviews job orders (written or verbal) and interprets welding specifications according to code certifications, alignment, dimensional and general inspection requirements.

• Sets up jobs, fits and positions weldments using fixtures, jigs, etc., and varies welding techniques, materials and equipment within recognized limits or procedures.

• Performs welding and related tasks such as surface preparation, thermal cutting, grinding, etc.

• Inspects welds and welded surfaces for proper bonds.

• Cleans and maintains work area (daily), welding equipment and other tools of the trade.

• Works in a safe manner at all times.

• Insures that all work is done in accordance with and adheres to IEA’s ISO and Quality standards.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

Physical Demands:

Maximum lifting requirement (pounds): 50 (infrequently), 25 (frequently).

Maximum moving requirement (pounds): 100.

Maintaining physical condition necessary for the following: Frequent standing, walking, kneeling, crouching, stooping, squatting, and twisting upper body; occasional climbing or sitting.

Working at heights off the ground up to: 10 feet.

Vision requirements: Close, distance, and peripheral vision; depth perception.

Position Requirements:

• 3-5 years of MIG/TIG welding experience with strong work history dates

• Ability to read and understand weld specs, shop drawings, job layouts and blueprints.

• Ability to use basic math, measuring instruments (rules, etc.), gauges and templates.

• Knowledge of working properties of structural metals and welding materials.

• Skill in using and maintaining welding equipment and related tools of the trade.

• Educational: Formal apprenticeship training is desirable but not essential.

• Certificates, Licenses: Fork lift operator certification.