Welder

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES                                                                     

• Ability to weld aluminum and steel using MIG welder.

• Basic machining and fabrication skills.
• Capable of reading blueprints and/or other written/oral instructions to determine sequence and methods of fabricating and welding.
• Ability to create a cut list and track all material used.
• Operates machinery in a safe manner and reports hazards associated with the equipment to management.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
• Maintains and produces a high-level quality of output; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Possesses good time management skills to complete the job at hand in a timely manner and within budget.
• Complies with all safety guidelines and procedures, as well as company policies.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics listed here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job:

• Exposure to potential hazards, including toxic gasses and fumes, burns, eye injuries, and falling objects.
• Potential contact with rust, grease, and dirt on metal surfaces.
• Potential exposure to sparks and glare.
• Potential need to weld in a variety of awkward positions.

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands listed here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job:

• Employee is regularly required to hear and talk.
• Employee is required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• Employee understands that the position is very active, and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day.
• Employee must frequently lift or move items over 50 pounds.
• Employee must possess specific vision abilities, to include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time position with days and hours of work from Monday through Friday, 8am to 4:30pm (subject to change). The position is subject to mandatory overtime during peak season, with the possibility of working upwards of 12 hours per day, including weekends.

JOB REQUIREMENTS                                                                         

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Minimum of three years of experience working in a metal shop
• Construction background helpful
• Exhibit industry and installation experience helpful
• Must have a basic set of tools and welding gear
• Reliable transportation
• Basic math skills
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and short correspondence