Sr. Welder (1st Shift)

Job Responsibilities

• Performs complex and precision welding techniques.
• Designs, fabricates, joins and/or repairs space age metals, scientific and research components using oxygen-acetylene, electric arc, MIG and TIG welding techniques.
• Welds parts and sub-assemblies to specifications and/or prints.
• Welds in controlled atmospheres, plasma welds and cuts.
• Welds high vacuum and high pressure systems.
• Heat treats and thermal sprays equipment, fixtures and various types of metal objects and structures.
• Operates drill presses, power saws, grinders, positioners and a variety of welding equipment and hand tools.
• May also perform minor operations on metal lathes and milling machines.
• Analyzes plans, drawings, work samples, specifications and work orders to determine work requirements, sequence of welding assignments, and personnel needs.

Job Requirements

• A high school diploma and/or equivalent.
• Four years of welding experience; or, Completion of an accredited four-year welder's training program; or, Completion of an accredited two-year welder's training program and two years of welding experience; or, any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
• Skill in the fabrication, joining and repair of a variety of metal objects, equipment, fixtures and structures.
• Knowledge of applicable codes.
• Knowledge of welding techniques (oxygen-acetylene, electric arc, MIG, TIG, controlled atmosphere, and plasma cutting), tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of non-destructive inspection techniques.
• Skill in heat treating and thermal spraying.