Welder

Responsibilities

• Proficient in assigned welding techniques.
• Interpretation of mechanical drawings, including weld requirement symbology.
• Knowledge of wire and filler materials applications for various steel alloys and aluminum materials.
• Working knowledge of fixturing and weld set up parameters (amps, volts, etc.).
• Finish grinding applications using manual and power tools.
• Clean and prepare product for final assembly.
• Igniting flame or striking an arc while welding or performing other electricity-related work to weld part of a metal structure.
• Clamping, holding, tack-welding, heat-bending, bolting, or grinding spare parts as necessary to satisfy the technical requirements and create a welded final product.
• Operating safety working equipment and applying safety practice at work while performing his/her duties.
• Operating other accessory equipment and performing some tasks necessary for welding metal, such as fusing metal segments, using gas tungsten arc, metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and other types of welding arcs.
• Control the processes of fitting, burning and welding to avoid problems in relation to overheat, distortion, expansion or shrink of spare parts.
• Examining finished products and spare parts and comparing them with samples to check whether the specifications are met.
• Being in charge of preparing and setting up necessary tools and equipment for welding job such as shielded metal arc, gas metal arc or other welding equipment.
• Arranging and assuring the welded parts to be arranged in order before being assembled into final products, using such tools as square, caliper or ruler for this task.
• Welding equipment maintenance.
• Assist in repairs as necessary

Qualifications

• High School diploma, or equivalent.
• To perform this job satisfactorily, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Works with limited supervision.
• Must be able to read and understand electrical and mechanical blueprints, production/assembly instructions, parts lists, verbal instruction and notes.
• Ability to apply previous experience to perform detailed written or oral instructions.
• Must have the ability to resolve minor problems as they arise.
• Minimum 1-3 years’ experience in various forms of welding, specifically aluminum MIG welding and TIG welding mix of school and work acceptable.
• Preferred certification to welding standard AWS D1.2, or equivalent in aluminum standards (this certification will have to be obtained if not already possessed).