Fabricator

PURPOSE OF JOB:  This position is responsible for the safe and efficient fabrication of structural steel components for the manufacturing of PEM trailers and/or heater products. This  is an entry-level to more advanced position, with all work being completed with varying levels of supervision.

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Perform all duties in a safe manner and in compliance with the established JSA.
• Ability to saw, drill, machine, shear and/or brake varying levels of structural steel with minimal supervision.
• Ability to fabricate moderately complex items (skewed shear plates, blue print layout and assembly attachment) with supervision.
• Interpret and apply shop drawing information, including weld symbol designations, with limited assistance.
• Practice and promote Safety and Housekeeping.
• Prompt and dependable attendance.
• Others duties as assigned.

Competencies:

To be successful in this position, the individual performing the duties must successfully demonstrate the following competencies:

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality.
• Motivation - Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Safety and Security - It is our commitment to provide a safe working environment, safe equipment, proper materials, and require safe operating procedures to be followed at all times. Employees are required to comply with the safety regulations and follow safety procedures.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

• Exhibit knowledge of material identification, equipment utilization and other shop equipment set-up and maintenance.
• Understand and utilize proper lifting and rigging techniques.
• General knowledge of equipment and operations including shears, press brakes, plasma cutting operation, sandblasting, flanging, rolling equipment, grinders and drills.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to read a tape measure (imperial and metric).
• Effectively operate common layout tools.
• Ability to work with others.
• Requires prolonged standing, bending, stooping and stretching
• Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate welding and other shop equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds

Disclaimer:  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified.