Fabrication Welder

Responsible for various types of weld preparation, welding and weld finishing operations to manufacture product to customer drawings, specifications, or other forms of instruction.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
• Proficient in assigned welding techniques including metal inert gas (MIG) and gas metal arc (GMAW).
• Interpretation of mechanical drawings and blueprints, including weld requirement symbology.
• Knowledge of wire and filler materials applications for various steel alloys, aluminum, and some exotic materials.
• Working knowledge of fixturing and weld set up parameters (amps, volts, etc.).
• Use of cutting and heating torch.
• Conventional and precision measuring instruments.
• Process inspection, certification, and documentation.
• Welding equipment maintenance.
• Finish grinding applications using manual and power tools.
• Safety and housekeeping.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
• High School Diploma.
• Successful completion of an internal welding test.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
• One-year experience in various forms of welding including MIG and GMA.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• Ability to use heating and cutting torch.
• Ability to read blue prints/engineering drawings