What are the responsibilities and job description for the Welder Specialist position at Wastequip?
Wastequip's Galbreath division has a great opportunity for a Welder Specialist in our Winamac IN location. The Specialist Welds metal parts with MIG welding equipment as specified by layout, jigs, or prints. The welder will also do basic electric and hydraulics while building the trailers.
Responsibilities
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- Positions parts in jigs or fixtures on bench or floor, or clamps parts together along layout marks.
- Lays out, positions, and tack welds work pieces.
- Welds along vertical, horizontal, and overhead weld lines.
- Connects regulator valves to oxygen and fuel gas cylinders for cutting torch. Turns regulator valves to activate flow of gases, lights torch, and adjusts gas mixture and pressure to obtain desired flame. Holds & guides torch at proper angle to cut metal.
- Examines weld for bead size and other specifications.
- Scarfs or grooves welds and parts.
- Chips or grinds off excess weld, slag, or splatter.
- Mechanical: Use of hand tools & power tools are necessary to performs hoist installation.
- Mig Weld along vertical & horizontal weld lines and examine welds for bead size and other specifications. This also includes torch set up & use.
- Employee operates drill press, band saw, parts washer, & overhead hoist.
- Installation of basic electric and hydraulics.
- Be able to cross train and work in other departments if needed.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- One to three months of related experience and/or training preferred
- Six months or more of welding experience required
- Electrical and Hydraulic knowledge preferred
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
- Knowledge of basic math, tape measure reading, fractions & decimals
- Ability to understands & carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
Company Benefits:
• 2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-Up
Medical Plans
• Prescription (Rx) Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s)
• Health Care FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• Company Paid Base Life Insurance
• Company Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Company Paid Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Company Paid Disability Insurance
▪ Short-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD)
Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Vacation and Personal/Sick Time
• Paid Grandparent Leave
• Paid Bonding Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)
About Wastequip
Wastequip got its start in 1989 with containers and compactors. But, today, we have evolved into so much more than just a manufacturer of high-quality steel containers and compactors. We are the waste industry’s only All-in-One solutions provider – from carts and containers to collect waste to hoists and trash trucks to move the waste to parts, service and technology to keep your operation running smoothly.
While we’re proud to be North America’s leading manufacturer of waste handling equipment, we are equally proud to be a driving force for enhanced sustainability across the waste industry. We are consistently striving to improve our own operations while making it easier for our customers to do the right thing – building a brighter future for all.
