Welder

Summary:
Responsible for joining metal parts together to create products or structures using a variety of welding techniques.
Does this position require Patient Care? No
Essential Functions:
-Reading and interpreting blueprints and welding plans to determine the appropriate welding technique and materials needed.
-Setting up welding equipment and ensuring it is in proper working order.
-Welding and fusing metal parts together using a variety of welding techniques such as MIG, TIG, and stick welding.
-Inspecting and testing welds to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.
-Maintaining and repairing welding equipment as needed.
-Following safety procedures and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) while performing welding tasks.
-Communicating with supervisors, engineers, and other team members to ensure welding projects are completed on time and meet quality standards.


Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
Experience in a related role. 1-2 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Proficiency in using a variety of welding techniques such as MIG, TIG, and stick welding.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and welding plans.
- Strong attention to detail and quality standards.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Completion of a welding program at a trade school or vocational school.


Physical Requirements

• Standing Constantly (67-100%)
• Walking Constantly (67-100%)
• Sitting Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Frequently (34-66%)
• Pulling Frequently (34-66%)
• Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Balancing Constantly (67-100%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.