Welding Trainee

Welding Trainee

Job Description

Department: Weld School

Job Status: Full Time

FLSA Status: Hourly

Reports To: Weld Manager

Location: Ponca City, OK

Amount of Travel Required: N/A

Work Schedule: Monday thru Thursday (5:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.)

Positions Supervised: N/A

POSITION SUMMARY: The Welding Trainee will have a fundamental knowledge of welding basics and have the opportunity to build upon their skills.

Skills that will be taught:

• Reading and understand blueprints and welding drawings
• Measure and cut material to specifications
• Weld materials using the correct material to join the metals together
• Set-up components for welding according to specifications
• Perform MIG welding according to specifications (horizontal, vertical, and overhead)
• Identify and use proper welding hand tools and equipment
• Position parts using clamps and tack welds
• Complete quality inspection of welds
• Repair welds, holes and metal parts as needed
• Complete production requirements while ensuring quality and safety standards are met

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (The following duties and responsibilities are all essential job functions, as defined by the ADA, except for those that begin with the word "may.")

• Follows welding procedure specifications when welding
• Trains and assists with performing quality welds able to pass radiographic examination
• Trains and assists with performing quality welds using various welding process, such as GMAW, SMAW, FCAW, etc.
• Trains and assists with producing quality welds with efficiency
• Trains to perform or assist with fitup and preparation of welds
• Performs or assist with post weld cleanup, inspection, and repair
• Communicates regularly with the Field Foreman regarding issues and concerns on the job site
• Trains to determine the required tools, materials and welding methods based on the project specifications
• Assists with the assembly, installation, and repair of pipe components and systems according to specifications
• Inspects all materials, equipment, and tools required to perform the work
• Maintains supplies, equipment, and tools
• Properly prepares materials by clamping, cutting, or applying chemical solutions to piping
• Observes all safety regulations
• Performs other related duties as assigned to assist with successful operations and business continuity.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Successfully passes background check, preemployment drug screening, an any preemployment aptitude and/or competency assessment(s).
• Inperson, predictable attendance
• Must have a general knowledge of AWS, API, ANSI, and ASME codes and standards
• Must have the ability to read tape measurements

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE LEVEL

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent certificate
• Some exposure to MIG Welding
• Experience in a manufacturing environment not required, but highly desirable

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, COMPETENCIES, AND ABILITIES

• Willing to work in a fast paced production environment
• Willing to learn both concepts and techniques of blueprint reading and Fitting
• Must be able to utilize large weld rods (3/16" minimum) in multi positions in an effective and efficient manner
• Ability to learn to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and written instructions
• Must be able to troubleshoot and have a strong attention to detail
• Must have physical dexterity
• Must be able to follow verbal directions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Daily required to walk, sit, climb, bend, reach and squat/kneel. Work environment includes exposure to hazardous materials, operating conditions, audio up to 85 dB and inclement weather, including typical and atypical outdoor elements and extreme cold and hot weather temperatures. Given these conditions employees are required to wear company mandated and issued personal protective equipment (PPE) (fire retardant clothing, welding hood, face shield, steel toe boots, safety glasses, ear protection, and welding gloves) and must strictly adhere to all safety policies. Weld Trainees are regularly required to lift heavy objects; therefore, the Weld Trainee must be able to lift 49 lbs. independently and 50 100 lbs. with a team lift.

Work hours may include or includes early morning, late evenings, and weekends, depending on business necessity.

AAP /EEO STATEMENT

The Company is committed to the cause of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, thus abiding by all applicable state and federal laws. Our practices regarding employment, job promotion, compensation, training, and termination do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, sex, national origin, veteran's status, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. It is expected that all employees, both management and staff, will fully support these nondiscriminatory policies.

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure essential functions and duties have been included. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities.

Last Revised 02/2025