Tig Welder

Duties & Responsibilities

• Weld/Repair GE-type Buckets/Nozzles/shrouds and combustion.
• Set up and layout jobs using blueprints, diagrams, routers, and fixtures, and follow proper TIG welding procedures.
• Inspect, maintain, and log preventative maintenance on welding equipment.
• Set up all associated machines and equipment according to work instructions, including but not limited to trim, size, and form.
• Visual inspect welds using fillet weld gauges, calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and final weld fixtures.
• Perform weld inspections for size, face, and root reinforcement, cracks, inclusions, and porosity.
• Daily compliance with all customer drawings and specifications to maintain high-quality standards.
• Comply with all internal manufacturing safety standards, general shop housekeeping, and the company teaming environment.
• Comply with internal quality system, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Must be able to push, pull, and lift 25 lbs., and stand for extended periods.
• Performs other related duties assigned by management.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED/Apprenticeship classes or trade school.
• Welding vocational school training or 3-5 years of experience with TIG welding in lieu of a certificate.
• Must be available to work days, nights, weekends, holidays, and mandatory overtime as required.
• Basic knowledge of TIG Welding procedures, practices, and techniques is required to weld and/or fuse metals together.
• Familiar with Power Generation (Turbine) equipment.
• Familiar with NDE techniques such as dye penetrants.
• Knowledge and ability to use hand and power tools associated with TIG welding, such as chipping hammer, grinder, sander, etc.
• Knowledge and ability to use standard precision measuring instruments and hand tools such as tape measure, level, square, file or rasp, etc.
• Able to read, understand, and follow company repair procedures and directions.
• Able to work from blueprints, sketches, procedures, and other specifications.
• Familiar with power generation equipment (Gas Turbines).
• Able to weld in horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
• Strong customer service experience in explaining and discussing needed repairs and being able to determine the scheduling time frame.
• Able to lead other diaphragm welders and supervise work being performed at the customer site.
• Knowledge of arithmetic.
• Good visual and auditory acuity.
• Good oral and written communication skills.