Master Fabrication Welder

Alaskan Copper Works
Human Resources
2958 6th Avenue South
Seattle, WA 98134
(206)382-7344

We will be accepting applications for this job opening only between the opening and closing dates. Individuals who meet all of the requirements will be considered for an interview. Job applications may be filled out in person at the address listed above or online at www.alaskancopper.com

Date Opened: March 17, 2025
Closing Date: April 7, 2025

Job Titles: Master Fabrication Welder

Pay Rate: $26.40 - $35.00/hr(Depending on skills/experience)

Hours of Work: Day shift 6:30 am to 3:00 pm

Location: 3405 6th Avenue So., Seattle, WA 98134

Representation: After 30 days required to become a dues paying or financial core member of International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, Local Union No. 104.

Job Summary:
Skilled in GTAW and GMAW welding of stainless steel and other nonferrous alloys for the fabrication of pipe spools and ASME code assemblies. Proficient in setting up welding equipment from scratch and troubleshooting machines as required. Capable of interpreting drawings, sketches, and welding procedures. Adept at organizing work, assisting fellow/other welders, and taking weld tests to qualify WPS/PQR and WPQs when necessary. Utilizes strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively coordinate shop operations and ensure smooth workflow.

Requirements to be considered for position:
1. Application must be filled out completely by the Applicant.
2. Meet all of the Required Essential Job Skills/Experience.
3. Work overtime when required.
4. Willing to comply with company rules and policies.
5. Pass pre-employment drug screen.

Required Essential Job Skills/Experience:
1. Ability to read welding symbols, drawings, prints and pipe standards.
2. Ability to read, write, understand and communicate in English.
3. Completed welding training program, able to do MIG and TIG welding, and pass welding test on stainless steel pipes 3” diameter to 24” diameter.
4. Ability to lift/maneuver up to 50 pounds occasionally and 51-100 pounds rarely.

Required Essential Duties/Functions:
1. Weld pipe/fittings, tanks, and heat exchangers.

Desirable Job Skills/Experience:
1. Ability to operate lift truck and pendant operated overhead crane.
2. 5 to 10 years experience in GMAW and GTAW welding.
3. Experience using positioning equipment such as turntables and tank rolls.
4. Experience welding aluminum and copper nickel and other non-ferrous alloys.
5. Supervisory and training skills.

Benefits:
1. Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
2. 401(K).
3. Paid Holidays.

Physical Requirements:
1. This position requires the following in an 8-hour workday:

Total At One Time (Hours) Total During Entire 8-Hour Day

Standing: 2 1/2 hours 7 hours

Walking: 2 minutes 20 minutes

Sitting: breaks breaks

2. Movement of objects and strength required for this job:

Lifting: Carrying:

Up to 5 lbs: FREQUENTLY (34-66%) FREQUENTLY (34-66%)

6-10 lbs.: OCCASIONALLY (1-33%) OCCASIONALLY (1-33%)

11-20 lbs. OCCASIONALLY (1-33%) OCCASIONALLY (1-33%)

21-25 lbs. OCCASIONALLY (1-33%) OCCASIONALLY (1-33%)

26-50 lbs. OCCASIONALLY (1-33%) OCCASIONALLY (1-33%)

51-100 lbs. RARELY RARELY

3. Required repetitive use of hands:

Simply Grasping: YES
Pushing & Pulling: YES
Fine Manipulating: YES

4. Repetitive Actions/Movements Involving the Feet:

Right Foot: NO
Left Foot: NO
Both: NO

5. Worker Positions Required in the Performance of this Job:
Climbing: OCCASIONALLY (1-33%) Kneeling: OCCASIONALLY (1-33%)

Balancing: OCCASIONALLY (1-33%) Crouching: OCCASIONALLY (1-33%)

Bending: FREQUENTLY (34-66%) Crawling: OCCASIONALLY (1-33%)

Stooping: OCCASIONALLY (1-33%) Reaching: OCCASIONALLY (1-33%)

(above shoulder level)

6. Sensory Requirements:

Talking and/or Hearing: YES
Seeing: Acuity: YES
Accommodation: YES
Depth Perception: YES
Color Vision: YES
Field of Vision: YES

7. Environmental Conditions That Are Found in the Work Site:

PHYSICAL SURROUNDINGS: X Inside (75% of time)

_ Outside (75% of time)

_ Both (equal amounts)

TEMPERATURE: X Cold (enough to cause bodily discomfort)

_ Hot (enough to cause bodily discomfort)

_ Variations (sufficient to cause bodily reactions)

WET: _ Contact with water and/or other liquids

HUMID: Moisture content sufficient to cause bodily discomfort

NOISE: X Sufficient to require hearing protection

VIBRATION: _ Sufficient to cause repeated motion or continuous shock

HAZARDS: X Risk of bodily injury present

FUMES: X Smoke or vapors resulting from combustion or chemical reaction

ODORS: _ Toxic or non-toxic smells

TOXIC CONDITIONS: X Exposure to disabling fumes, dusts, gases, vapors, mists or liquids that may cause bodily harm.

DUST: Small particles that may cause occupational disease

POOR VENTILATION: _ Exposure to drafts or insufficient movement of air

Salary : $26 - $35