Assembly Welder, Production Welding

Welder Position at Old Dominion Brush Company Old Dominion Brush Company (ODB) is accepting applications to fill the position of Welder in the department of Welding and Fabrication in Richmond, Virginia.

The Welder, under moderate to minimal supervision (depending upon experience), lays out, fits and welds fabricated steel frames and/or metal parts on production floor using welding equipment. Measures and marks locations for metal components on assembly table following blueprints. Verifies position of metal components in assembly using straight edge, combination square and rule.

The ODB (Old Dominion Brush) Company has been manufacturing municipal products since 1910. ODB has been in the street sweeper and debris collection equipment business for over 115 years with the knowledge and experience that is second to none. Using our 200,000 square foot state-of-the-art manufacturing facility and high volume purchasing, ODB offers the highest quality street sweeper brushes, brooms, and replacement parts at competitive prices.

ODB offers competitive pay and a wide range of employee benefits including:

Military-Friendly Employer V3 Certified

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

401(k) Retirement Savings Program with a Company Match

Profit Sharing

Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays

Company Paid Short and Long-Term Disability Programs

Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Training and Development Programs

Employee Tuition Reimbursement

Located 3 blocks from Bus Stop

And much more where Safety is Priority #1

Essential Functions of the Job:

Adjusts and uses torch and plasma cutter and/or grinder properly in standard/non-standard positions following engineering drawings.

Welds in vertical, flat, horizontal or overhead positions.

Uses basic hand tools, such as tape measure, square, clamps, etc., to verify proper weld application and quality of weldments.

Examines work piece for defects and ensures conformance with specifications.

Welds out components previously tack welded by experienced welders.

Preps and finishes metal components by grinding or sanding.

Operates material handling equipment. Operates overhead crane/hoist.

Responsible for movement of material or product and proper storage.

Must be physically able to wear required appropriate personal protective equipment including welding helmet, gloves, protective apron and/or leather attire, hearing protection, safety glasses, steel toe shoes and fresh air/forced air respirator as required.

Performs MIG welding and some TIG welding.

Reliable and punctual attendance.

All other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's):

Experience in MIG welding with some TIG welding

Ability to read and understand English

Capable of performing standard measurements. Ability to read a tape measure in American measurements; ability to use other measuring devices and understand fractions, decimals, and dimensions

Ability to read drawings and blueprints

Ability to adhere to company safety expectations and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Ability to multitask in fast-paced environment

Ability to work alone and as part of a team

Good math skills

Mechanical aptitude and demonstrates initiative; willingness to be flexible and learn and work in all welding areas

Understand basic procedure of voltage and amp settings for given requirements

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED certificate preferred. Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Previous education in or minimum of one year working in a metal fabrication-manufacturing environment. Vocational education in welding may contribute to experience.

Fab shop and welding experience a plus.

Experience with JD Edwards helpful.

Working Conditions:

Use hands or fingers to handle or feel

Reach with hands and arms

Good Hearing

Lift, pull and push up to 35 pounds without assistance

Lift, pull and push up to 36 to over 100 pounds with assistance

Stand, walk on a concrete surface

Climb up to 4 feet

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Work in wet or humid conditions (non-weather)

Work near moving mechanical parts

Work around fumes or airborne particles

Position has the following vision requirements:

Close and distance vision

Ability to distinguish colors and shades of color

Peripheral vision

Depth perception

Ability to adjust focus

Work performed in a loud manufacturing environment

Machinery used includes welder, cutting torch, grinder/sander, pallet jack, drill

Wage range is $20 to $25/hour commensurate with experience

The above information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to be construed as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of employees so classified