Weld Operator III ($24.61 - $27.79/hr.)

Job Responsibilities

• Reads and interprets complex blueprints, drawings, and specifications to plan and execute welding operations.
• Sets up, operates, and maintains welding equipment to produce high-quality fabricated components.
• Prepares materials for welding by cleaning, grinding, and fitting components.
• Inspects completed welds visually and using testing methods to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Troubleshoots and repairs welds independently.
• Maintains welding equipment and tools in good working condition, performing routine maintenance and repairs.
• Follows all safety regulations and wears appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Operates machinery including welding robots, saws, and grinders.
• Provides mentorship and training to junior welders.

Job Skills

• Advanced proficiency in multiple welding processes such as GMAW and GTAW.
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, drawings, and welding symbols.
• Strong knowledge of welding codes, standards, and safety practices.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to the highest quality workmanship.
• Physical stamina to work in various positions for extended periods.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.

Requirements

• Educational Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent education.
• Experience Requirements: 5 years of professional welding experience, with demonstrated expertise in a wide range of welding techniques and processes. Welding certifications or completion of a recognized welding program preferred.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Some physical demand; often lifts light to heavy-weight material.
• Frequent lifting/moving average weight (up to 50 lbs/11-27 kgs) material.
• Ability to perform occasional to frequent pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, twisting, crawling and/or reaching over a full work shift (8-12 hours).
• Ability to operate motorized vehicles over a full work shift (8-12 hours).
• Ability to stand and / or walk constantly over a full work shift on concrete (8-12 hours).
• May be exposed to noise levels for which hearing protection is required to be worn over a full work shift (8-12 hours).

Benefits

$1000 Sign on Bonus!