Welder

Job Description

Uses applicable welding equipment to MIG, TIG and stick weld metal objects together to fabricate metal shapes or components or to repair broken or cracked metal objects. Works with any gauge metal on a variety of parts or assemblies. Set up pre-fitted parts for welding; uses hand tools, clamps and jigs and fixtures. In addition to performing hand welding or guidelines or marks on metal parts and may cut metal with a cutting torch or plasma. Works on a variety of metals and alloys. May require certification or other work involving critical safety and load requirements. May select electrodes, tips and rods.

• Demonstrated proficiency in TIG, MIG and stick welding as well as flame and plasma cutting.
• Job/product layout
• Welds metal parts together using both gas welding or brazing and any combination of arc welding processes.
• Performs related tasks such as plasma/flame cutting and grinding.
• Use basic power hand tools and grinders
• Repairs broken or cracked parts, fills holes, and increases size of metal parts.
• Positions and clamps together components of fabricated metal products preparatory to welding.
• Has a focus on personal safety as well as the safety of others around them; actively participates on assigned safety team.
• Responsible for the quality of their work.

Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred with formal trades training or a minimum of two years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, welding symbols, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Must possess the ability to apply the concepts of basic algebra and geometry to their work.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Weld Certification a plus.

• Ability to read blueprints.
• Must be able to read and weld symbols to perform role.
• Grind and fabrication experience a plus.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds

• Must be able to climb stairs

• Must be able to work in non-air-conditioned environment.

• Must be able to safely work an overhead crane

• Must be able to drive a fork truck

• Must be able to furnish required hand tools for their role. (A list of tools is available upon request.)

  Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. Noise level is usually loud.

Additional Information

ITWFEG is committed to providing a healthy and safe environment for all employees. To demonstrate this commitment, ITWFEG is tobacco-free (including e-cigarettes) on campuses and within company vehicles and maintains a drug-free workplace. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, and life insurance, short and long term disability benefits, holiday and vacation pay, 401(k) with liberal matching funds, and educational reimbursement.

For individuals with disabilities who may need help with the application process, we offer a contact to evaluate requests for assistance and, where appropriate, provide a reasonable accommodation to help the applicants to apply. If you would like this assistance, please call 937-840-5101. Note: Only requests for assistance to apply due to a disability will be responded to.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.