Duties and responsibilities:

• Perform welding duties using wire welding, GMAW (Gas Metal Ark Welding) or GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) according to blueprints.
• Adjust weld parameter as needed to accomodate varying thicknesses of steel and stainless steel.
• Operate and/or use related equipment and tools which include forklifts, hoists, grinders (portable and bench), cutting torches, hand tools, drills, punches, a tape measure, and welding equipment.
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ccurately measure, and layout locations for welded components.

• Keep equipment operational by completing preventive maintenance requirements, follow daily startup and basic maintenance list, and inform lead/supervisor of any issues or malfunctions.
• Travel to customer location and refurbish/fabricate and or weld on equipment.
• Read, understand, and follow job order specifications, work instructions, and procedures.

Job application requirements

• Welder/fabricators must be able to read and interpret blueprints and other engineering documents.
• Knowledge of metric system.
• Willingness to travel for weeks (June through September).
• Work in a small team
• Must successfully complete in-house welding test.
• Fabricating experience in heavy machinery is preferred.
• Must be able to lift and carry at least 50 pounds, but most work areas have overhead crane access.
• Maintain level of work performance in accordance with company standards and or job order specifications.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

Reports to the production supervisor .