Welder/Fitter Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Welder/Fitter to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- The most commonly used wire for our GMAW and FCAW processes in our shop include .045, 1/16, .052, and 3/32;
- Open table welding;
- Position and secure work pieces using hoists, cranes, wire and banding machines or hand tools;
- Develop templates, fixtures or other work aids to hold and align parts during assembly;
- Pay close attention to detail working to achieve error-free performance;
- Welds components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions;
- Follow policies, procedures, work methods, directives and work rules established by company management;
- Able to work with gage steel through to thick plate;
- Other duties as assigned or directed by Management24.00;
- Operate tools, equipment and machinery with caution to prevent damage or injury to self or others;
- Maintain a safe, clean and orderly work area;
- Read, understand and apply technical information contained in engineered drawings, specifications or manuals to the assembly of manufactured parts;
- Operating a Forklift;
- Heat, form, and dress steel parts using hand tools, shop machines, gas torch or hand plasma equipment;
- Assist with welding of weldments.
Requirements:
- Must have a valid driver’s license;
- Follow safety requirements;
- Supply own hand tools;
- Work well with others and take directions from supervisors;
- Occasionally work beyond an eight-hour day;
- Familiar with crane fabrication and assembly;
- Works on assignments that are routine in nature;
- Fully understand manufacturing drawings, able to verify dimensions;
- Complete shop order documentation and time sheets;
- Apply workmanship standards and understand and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form;
- Working knowledge of GTAW Welding;
- Minimum 18 years of age;
- Willingness to work overtime as required;
- Forklift operation experience preferred;
- Two (2) years of industry specific experience including knowledge of the various types of welding methods and practices.