Welder Fabricator

Successful candidates will perform multiple tasks as assigned including Fitting, Welding or Machine Operations by reading blueprints or work orders, gathering required parts, taking measurements in standard and metric systems, setting up materials for welding (GMAW) and welding structural steel components. Machine operation may include any of the industrial steel fabrication machines in the facility. May also perform multiple tasks including Forklift & Crane operation, and Preventive Maintenance tasks on a variety of equipment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

· Check equipment for working order and work area for safety.

· Read work orders, structural steel blueprints, drawings and specification sheets.

· Set up equipment.

· Lay out parts according to work order and structural drawings.

· Perform math functions in standard and metric such as read tape measure; take measurements, mark materials and add and subtract simple fractions and metric measurements.

· Tack or weld structural parts into place using wire feed welding equipment (GMAW).

· Set up and operate equipment using computers and manual controls.

· Operate various cranes and other equipment (including forklifts and trucks) to move and load raw materials and products.

· Operate machinery in a safe and productive manner.

· Move finished product to staging area.

· Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisor

REQUIREMENTS:

· WABO Weld Certifications

· Blueprint reading experience.

· Able to perform basic math skills in both standard and metric systems: add, subtract, multiply, simple fractions.

· Able to take measurements and mark materials.

· Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

· Regular and punctual attendance.

· Able to lift up to 80 pounds.

· Willingly take direction from supervisory and lead personnel.

· Follow safety plan and directions.