Weld steel components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
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Secure material, lay out parts, confirm measurements, position and align per drawings prior to welding the assemblies using straight edges, combination squares, calipers, rulers and/or measuring tape.
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Examine welds for defects and measure workpieces/assemblies with straight edges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications.
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Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade, such as shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
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Identify basic welding symbols and read their location significance.
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Apply correct welding practices.
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Proper storage and safe handling of welding gasses.
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Inform the Steel Fab Manager and/or Maintenance of issues needing attention.
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Perform daily maintenance on welding equipment and inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot equipment as needed.
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Read blueprints/tickets to establish production needs and demands for the day.
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Weld assemblies as assigned in order to keep up with production department needs.
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Maintain and troubleshoot assigned equipment.
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Operate steel fab equipment as needed or certified.
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Must adhere to OSHA safety rules and regulations.
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Maintain work area, tools, as necessary
There maybe other tasks that are needed to ensure production and plant function properly. Candidates will NOT only be performing “weld only” tasks. Candidates will be assigned to help where needed.
