Welder

SUMMARY :

The Welder's primary responsibility is TIG and MIG welding of aluminum and steel parts. Each job must be run with safety, accuracy, and timeliness in the welding area.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following :

DEPARTMENTAL DUTIES :

• Plans details of work order procedures; gathers required tools and materials based on instructions and specifications provided for the job.
• Repairs and fabricates various items and equipment using cutting, burning, and welding techniques and equipment.
• Prepares, assembles, and tacks weld parts and surfaces to be welded.
• Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area.
• Employee will not lift by self any items over 50lbs, you will ask for assistance.
• You will familiarize yourself with proper lifting and turning procedures using legs –not your back.
• Must be able to properly and safely operate machinery, as trained and authorized to do so by the company.
• Do not use machinery that you are not familiar with and have not been instructed in proper use techniques.
• Welding helmet, gloves, apron, and safety glasses MUST be worn at all times.
• Hearing protection MUST be used in any high noise areas, welding, grinding, hammering, air press, and cutting areas.
• DO NOT look at the welding area with naked eyes, as even a glace can cause damage. Always wear properly approved safety glasses to view the welding arc.
• You must wear an N95 dust / mist respirator mask when welding, cutting or grinding.
• You must wear rubber sole – leather type work shoes (no sneakers). Full-length pants and long sleeves shirts with forearms protectors (or) suitable welding jacket (or) welding apron and sleeves (no sleeveless shirts permitted).
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Pay attention to the machine you are operating & make sure it is operating properly. Notify your supervisor as soon as you notice the machine not operating properly.
• If at any time you are unsure what to do or use ask your supervisor.
• Other duties may be required

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS :

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : None.

QUALIFICATIONS : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily in accordance with established standards and quality. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE :

LANGUAGE SKILLS : Ability to speak and read in either English or Spanish.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS : Posses basic mathematical skills.

REASONING ABILITY : Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Be able to ask for further direction or help when not sure of what to do or is being asked of you.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regular use of hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms (waist level).

Must be able to lift, move, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job in a warehouse or light manufacturing environment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to moving mechanical equipment and an environment and noise level consistent with light industrial manufacturing. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts. Occasional exposure to cold or hot weather.

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $16.00 to $18.00 per hour

Expected hours : 40 per week

Benefits :

Schedule :

Work Location : In person

I hereby authorize any investigator or duly accredited representative of the Company bearing this release to obtain any information from schools, residential management agents, employers, criminal justice agencies, or individuals, relating to my activities. This information may include, but is not limited to, academic, residential, achievement, performance, attendance, personal history, disciplinary, arrest, and conviction records. I hereby direct you to release such information upon request of the bearer. I understand that the information released is for official use by the Company and may be disclosed to such third parties as necessary in the fulfillment of official responsibilities.

I hereby release any individual, including record custodians, from any and all liability for damages of whatever kind or nature which may at any time result to me on account of compliance, or any attempts to comply, with this authorization.