Welder

Job Summary

Lay out, fit, and weld metal components to assemble beds, frames, and small parts work orders.

Responsibilities

• Actively observe and promote BWise safety standards.
• Analyze drawings and specifications to plan layout, assembly, and welding operation.
• Lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies according to specifications, using a variety of measuring tools.
• Tack‑weld or weld components and assemblies using welding equipment.
• Monitor welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
• Detect faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notify supervisor.
• Evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications.
• Inspect grooves, angles, or gap allowances using appropriate measuring instruments.
• Remove rough spots from work pieces, using portable grinder or hand file.
• Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Ignite torch and adjust valves, amperage, or voltage to obtain desired flame or arc.
• Other duties, as assigned by Welding Supervisor.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Capable of standing for an entire shift and sitting for extended periods.
• Able to lift up to 50 lb; full range of motion for reaching, bending, kneeling, and stooping.
• Exposure to extreme heat and cold depending on weather.
• Subject to dirt, dust, oil, welding fumes, electric shock, bright lights, UV radiation, burns, traffic hazards, and high noise levels.

PPE Requirements

• Steel‑toed or composite shoes
• Safety glasses
• Earplugs
• Gloves when handling any material
• Welding helmet (company provides all consumables including lenses)
• Grinding shield
• Welding sleeves

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, write, count, and communicate by various channels.
• Relevant high school, vocational‑technology school, or trade school training/certification in welding, or demonstrated ability/expertise from on‑the‑job training.
• Understanding of fundamentals of metallurgy as they relate to welding.
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• Ability to read and fully comprehend work instructions, prints, and work specifications.

Benefits

• Retention bonus of $1,500 after the first 90 days of employment.
• 80 hours of paid time off after the first 90 days of employment.