Lead ASME Welder - Night Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Description : Pay

Starting at a base of $25.50 + night shift differential pay

After 90-day review, up to $28 + night shift differential pay

$2000 Sign on Bonus

About Us

American Wheatley is a growing, ASME-certified fabrication shop specializing in high-quality welding and pressure vessel manufacturing. We pride ourselves on craftsmanship, safety, and teamwork. We are currently seeking an experienced Lead Welder to join our night shift team and help drive quality, productivity, and training within the shop.

Position Summary

The Lead Welder is responsible for assembly and welding of custom bladder tanks, strainers, and valve products and overseeing welding operations in accordance with ASME requirements and shop standards. This role provides technical guidance, ensures weld quality, monitors shift productivity, and acts as a hands-on leader to support welders and fitters on the night shift.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and perform welding operations (SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW) on carbon steel, stainless steel, and alloy materials in compliance with ASME Section IX requirements.
• Review blueprints, weld maps, and specifications to ensure compliance with project standards.
• Inspect welds for quality, accuracy, and code compliance before submission to QA / QC.
• Provide training, mentoring, and support to welders and helpers on shift.
• Assign work tasks, monitor progress, and ensure production schedules are met.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment; enforce shop safety standards.
• Collaborate with QA / QC and supervisors to address issues and implement corrective actions.
• Complete shift reports, documenting progress, issues, and workforce needs.

Requirements : Required :

Physical Requirements

The following physical activities are essential to successfully perform this job :

Reasonable Accommodation

The employer will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, to enable them to perform essential job functions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship.

Work Environment :

This position is based in a welding and fabrication facility with exposure to typical industrial shop conditions. The environment may include :