Structural Fitter- Fabrication & Welding- 3rd Shift

Position Summary

Use of MIG welders and flame-cutting equipment to build power plant components as specified by layouts, work orders, or blueprints. Position is full time in Sedalia, MO in our 50,000 sq ft climate-controlled facility. Reports To: Fabrication Supervisor Work Location: 2001 ProEnergy Blvd., Sedalia, MO 65301 Please note this is full-time position 100% based at our facility in Sedalia, MO. As such, there are no travel requirements or per diems. This is a position on our 3rd Shift.

Position Responsibilities

• Review layouts, blueprints, diagrams, or work orders in preparation for welding or cutting metal components.
• Position work pieces and clamp them together or assemble in jigs or fixtures.
• Ignite torch or start power supply and strike arc.
• Select and insert electrode or gas nozzle into holder and connect hoses and cables to obtain gas or specified amperage, voltage, or polarity.
• Select and install proper consumables according to welding chart specifications or type and thickness of metal.
• Guide electrodes or torch along weld line at specified speed and angle to weld, melt, cut, or trim metal.
• Weld metal parts or components together, using MIG welding equipment.
• Repair broken or cracked parts, fill holes, and increase size of metal parts, using welding equipment.
• Weld in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead position.
• Inspect finished work piece for conformance to specifications.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and/or 2 years of experience with the basic GMAW (gas metal arc welding), FCAW (flux cored arc welding)
• All potential new hires for this level must pass a weld test for FCAW in the 2G and 3G configurations (horizontal and vertical up)
• All plate weld coupons are subject to CWI inspection, and bend test before any applicant can be hired.
• All level 2 coupons are standard carbon A-36 plate ½ inch in thickness in all positions.
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• US work authorization is a precondition of employment.
• The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.
• Candidate must also pass a State and Federal criminal history/security background check and pre-employment drug screen.

Desired Qualifications

• Must have basic Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) knowledge.
• Must know how to effectively use the following measuring devices and basic tools: tape measure, micrometer, calipers, square, level, angle finder, and weld gauges.
• Must have ability to operate forklift safely.
• Must have the ability and knowledge to rig properly and safely run an overhead style crane.
• Machine list should include but not be limited to Miller and/or Lincoln power sources.
• This position requires the knowledge of amperage, wire speed, and consumable replacement from liners, gas tips, and wire spool replacement on all the specified types of welding, while still maintaining cost effectiveness.

Company Philosophy

We take care of our people and strive to make a positive difference for the world. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee, 10 paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401K plan.

Benefits

Competitive pay, excellent benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee, 10 paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401K plan.