Welder/Fabricator (Miscellaneous)

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings, and other written instructions and diagrams to perform task at hand.
• Perform FCAW and other types of welding based on project needs.
• De-bur and grind metal as necessary to achieve proper surface texture per job specifications.
• Welds components in flat, vertical, or horizontal positions.
• Tack-weld or weld components and assemblies, using welding equipment.
• Analyze welding procedures, blueprints, sketches and work orders to plan layout, assembly, and perform welding operations.
• Chip or grind off excess weld, slag, or spatter, using hand scrapers or power chippers, portable grinders, or arc-cutting equipment.
• Prepare all material surfaces to be welded, ensuring that there is no loose or thick scale, slag, rust, moisture, grease, or other foreign matter.
• Mark or tag material with proper job number, piece marks, and other identifying marks as required.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current and valid certification.
• Ability to pass a welding test.
• Ability to speak, read and write in English.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Physically capable of lifting/pushing/pulling 70 pounds unassisted.
• Physically capable of bending/twisting as well as standing for long periods of time.
• Able to work well with minimal supervision as well as with other technicians.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and follow specified procedures.
• Self-motivated, detail oriented and has a positive attitude.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Willingness to submit a drug test and background check.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (based on skill set).
• Health Insurance (includes annual vision exam).
• Dental Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• 401(k) Plan with Employer Match / Profit Sharing.
• 1st Shift Monday – Friday (Additional overtime as required).
• Full Time Position.
• Vacation / Holidays / Earned Days / Birthdays.

Pay

Competitive salary (based on skill set)

Schedule

1st Shift Monday – Friday (Additional overtime as required)

Qualifications

Shepard Steel is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer.