What are the responsibilities and job description for the Welder position at Doherty Steel, Inc.?
Job description
Doherty Steel, Inc. is one of the leading AISC Certified steel fabrication and erection companies in the Midwest. Our 165,000 sq ft facility is located in Paola, Kansas. Doherty Steel, Inc. has been in business since 1959 and is family owned and operated.
Mission:
At Doherty Steel Inc., our mission is to consistently provide superior products and unmatched service safely, on time, and within budget. This is done through an innovative and customer-focused organization that strives to improve the quality of life for each company member.
Job Brief:
Doherty Steel is searching for Welders who will weld, cut, and braze metal pieces and products by using flame-cutting and hand welding equipment.
Welder Responsibilities:
- Plans details of work order procedures; gathers required tools and materials based on instructions and specifications provided for the job.
- Interprets blueprints to identify weld symbols.
- Repairs components by welding pieces and filling gaps.
- Ensures work is done safely and meets quality standards.
- Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area.
- Notifies supervisor when faulty equipment or defective materials are discovered.
- Interprets blueprints to identify weld symbols.
- Performs other job duties as assigned by management.
- Must follow all safety rules and PPE requirements.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Thorough understanding of welding equipment and hand tools used in welding.
- Basic understanding of design techniques, principles, and tools necessary for the precise production of technical plans, drawings, models, and blueprints.
- Excellent ability to read and listen to assignments given in a variety of forms.
- Basic understanding of mathematics as related to welding assignments.
- Must be able to weld components that are vertical, flat, or overhead.
- Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.
- Must be able to see details at close range.
Job Type:
- Full-time (must have 3-5 years of welding experience)
Benefits:
- Competitive Wages
- 401k Retirement with company match
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health savings account w/ company contribution
- Company paid Employee Health, STD & Life Insurance
- Paid holidays after 90 days
Schedule:
- Monday thru Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Paola, KS (66071): Reliably commute
