What are the responsibilities and job description for the Welder III - Day position at Vigor?
Vigor Values
Vigor expects all employees to enhance the atmosphere in which they work by living the Vigor Values every day.
Truth: We seek the truth, and we speak the truth
Responsibility: We act on what we know is right
Evolution: We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing world
Love: We care about the people we work with, and the world we live in
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Utilize knowledge of weld electrodes and wire, machine settings, maintain an acceptable standard in quality and quantity. (On the job training provided)
- Read and interpret weld symbols, set up and operate semi-automatic or automatic weld equipment. With supervision.
- Support journeyman fabricators in both fitting and welding activities. Tasks to include: Tacking for fitter, weld prep, breaking edges, setting up equipment, and maintaining flux hoppers.
- Assemble and tack parts as instructed.
JOB SCOPE:
- Follows direction from supervisor.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None
INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees.
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions regarding daily functions, safety rules and regulations, and possible hazardous conditions.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Hold reasonable knowledge of all welding equipment and be responsible for its daily maintenance and care, with the aid of supervision. (On the job training provided)
- Must have some knowledge of weld electrodes and wire, machine settings, maintain an acceptable standard in quality and quantity. (On the job training provided)
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment while being safe and working as a team.
- Capable of assembling and tacking parts.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
- Experience in construction or manufacturing trade preferred.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
- N/A
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Ability to lift, carry 60 lbs., or maneuver objects, difficult objects will be lifted with the assistance of mechanical means or additional manpower.
- Must be able to lift 4 ft., 60 lb. spool of wire and load welding machine.
- Ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, kneel, twist, pull, push, grip, and climb.
- Capable of working off ladders and scaffolding.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- May be exposed to excessive noise, welding gases and fumes, and varying weather conditions. Proper protective equipment will be provided as necessary.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
