Welder Level 3
Knight's Companies · Summerville, SC · 2 wk ago
Management$30/hrFull-time
Job Type
Full-time
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Welder Level 3 to join our dynamic welding and fabrication team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the design, fabrication, and repair of structural components, ensuring high-quality craftsmanship and adherence to safety standards.
Responsibilities
- Assist the welding and fabrication crew in the construction, repair, and modification of structural components using various welding equipment, cutters, shapers, and measuring tools.
- Maintain full compliance with all safety and environmental policies and procedures, promoting a safe work environment for yourself and team members.
- Consistently use appropriate Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) to ensure safety during all operations.
- Immediately report and address safety concerns or issues to supervisors or lead welders to prevent accidents and ensure a safe workplace.
- Complete all required safety training within designated timeframes to stay current with safety standards and best practices.
- Support and mentor Welders Level 1 and 2 by providing training and guidance in building structural components, fostering skill development within the team.
- Perform precise layouts of materials, from basic to advanced, ensuring proper fit-up and alignment for welding processes.
- Collaborate with team members to meet project deadlines and quality standards, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay with opportunities for growth
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Short-Term Disability (STD)
- Long-Term Disability (LTD)
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
Requirements
- Minimum Requirements:
- - High School Diploma or equivalent required
- - Minimum of 4 to 6 years of experience in welding, manufacturing, or other related fields
- - Know and understand the different steel materials used within the fabrication shop
- - Demonstrate knowledge of and certified in Stick and Mig welding
- - Demonstrated knowledge of Flux and Tig welding
- - Demonstrated knowledge of the American National Standard Institute (ANSI) and American Weld Society (ASW) weld symbols
- - Demonstrated knowledge of the different parts, uses and operations of the concrete plants and weld shop operations
- - Ability to read, interpret, and prepare work from blueprints, including material removals
- - Working knowledge of crane rigging and hand signals
- - Demonstrates strong integrity and reliability to independently handle critical tasks such as plant repair, setup, or dismantling
- - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to interact with all levels of the organization
- - Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills
- - Ability to coach and train junior personnel in techniques, with strong communication skills adaptable to different learning styles
- - Some travel required.
- - Drivers License in state of residency required
Physical Demands
- Ability to lift a minimum of 60 lbs.
- Ability to carry minimum of 60 lbs. over a 5 foot span.
- Ability to push / pull a minimum of 50 lbs. across a 10 foot span.
- Ability to lift a minimum of 20 lbs. from waist to shoulder.
- Use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
- Ability to ascend and descend stairs, ladders, and scaffolding.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time.
- Ability to bend or twist body without restriction.
- Ability to kneel, stoop, crouch, or crawl.
Benefits
- From $30.00 per hour to $32.50 per hour