What are the responsibilities and job description for the Welder position at Nashville Zoo?
Job Details
Job Location: Nashville Zoo - Nashville, TN
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: Undisclosed
Job brief
Nashville Zoo is looking for an experienced Welder to cut and join metals and other materials on various zoo capital projects.
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 (e.g. cut material with powered saws to match measurements)
- 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)
- Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps
- Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws
- Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety
Requirements and skills
- Must be competent in using all welding equipment following all safety precautions.
- Proven experience as welder
- Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures.
- Experience in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, calipers etc.)
- Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings
- Knowledge of safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves etc.)
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication
- Professional Certification (e.g. an AWS welding certificate) will be a plus
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