Welder

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Welder level 1 joins, fabricates and repairs metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques for welding aluminum or steel under the direction of the welding supervisor or a senior level 3 welder. They have limited experience and able to complete either MIG or TIG welding competently. They may also be in training to complete more complex welds or learning to weld other metals. The quality of the welds requires supervision and is inspected on a regular basis by the supervisor.

POSITION DUTIES AND Primary Responsibilities: Major responsibilities of the position

• Receives general instructions as to normal setting of welding machine and welding procedures from the Manager and/or Immediate Supervisor
• Performs MIG or TIG Welding on a wide variety of metals and their various thicknesses, requiring all position welding, and welding on work involving critical safety and load requirements
• Capable of performing non complicated welds on non-ferrous materials, stainless steel, steel, iron, heavy metals, or aluminum alloys.
• Requires supervisor involvement when reading and interpreting welding blueprints, drawing specifications, manuals, and processes and seeks guidance and clarification from the supervisor or a Level 3 welder
• Examines welds and ensure they meet standards and/or specifications
• Is able to plan, layout, and perform diversified work
• Maintains required productivity levels (efficiency & utilization)
• Produces required quality of work
• Completes preliminary inspections on equipment and structures
• Cleans and grinds welds
• Follows and maintains knowledge of all Safety and Health standards
• Performs various housekeeping duties
• Performs other work/tasks/duties assigned over the course of employment as deemed necessary to support the needs of the business which are not listed above.  Work/tasks will be assigned through the employee’s manager/immediate supervisor or by senior leadership.

Skill and qualifications:

• Able to take instruction from a supervisor or senior welder
• Problem solving
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Attention to detail
• Ability to plan, multi task, and manage time effectively
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Education, Training and Experience:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
• 1 years of related work experience, preferred
• Post-Secondary education in a trade or technical school for welding
• Ability to pass welding test
• Ability to attain CWB certification based on related experience in the welding manufacturing industry as a welder
• Proficient English written and verbal communication skills and be able to read and understand technical drawings

Working Conditions:

• This position requires walking, sitting or standing for extended periods of time
• Must have the ability to lift 50 pounds from floor to waist, carry 50 pounds, and push and/or pull up to 20 pounds
• Must have the ability to climb ladders and/or stairs
• Bending, reaching, kneeling, stretching, and working overhead
• Handling, feeling, and gripping
• Repetitive work
• Fast paced environment
• Exposure to potential hazards, therefore, protective clothing and equipment required such as steel-toed safety boots and a welding helmet

Note:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.