Fabricator

Purpose:

Working on in-house projects along with tank and structural fabrication/welding. The position includes reviewing specifications, laying out metal components, cutting, fabricating, and welding.

Responsibilities:

• Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures.
• Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.
• Set up components for welding according to specifications.
• Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded.
• Align components using calipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces.
• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal, or overhead)
• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws.
• Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.
• Operating overhead crane, forklift and lift with boom.
• Use hand welding and flame-cutting equipment to weld together metal components and parts or to cut, trim, or scarf metal objects to dimensions.
• Complete high production repair work.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, & Other:

• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings.
• Ability to receive and follow instructions and communicate with co-workers.
• Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves etc.)
• Knowledge of different kinds of metal and their properties is essential.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5 years of professional welding/fabrication experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (TIG, MIG etc.)
• Experience in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, calipers etc.)

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person