Welder

The Welder is responsible for using appropriate welding methods to attach pieces of materials to build or fabricate finished products and/or parts as well as setting up and adjusting specific welding equipment for the type of welding to be performed. The Welder should be able to read and/or listen to instructions, examine prints or plans, and measure and lay out materials.

The welder will perform welds that are appropriate and acceptable in penetration and appearance for the products fabricated.

Essential Responsibilities

• Will be required to visually inspect tools and equipment for safety and proper operation at the beginning of each shift. Notifies supervisor or maintenance of needed repairs or replacements
• Ability to learn how to properly install bearings, bushings, and sheaves using manufacturer specifications
• Ability to learn how to safely operate hydraulic cylinders and lifts
• Sets temperatures and gas gauges on welding equipment
• Ability to read instructions or plans, measures, holds, and positions materials
• Ability to lift, move, stack, position, align, and fit together metal parts according to instructions or plans
• Ability to properly place parts and materials in a jig
• Ability to safely and properly operate an overhead crane to position heavy materials
• Ability to safely and efficiently weld seams of parts together using proper techniques for the job assigned
• Ability to safely operate grinders or other proper tools to remove rough edges, surplus metals, surplus weld, or scale
• Maintain and use all required personal protective equipment as outlined in the Diamond Z Safety Manual
• Understand and follow all Diamond Z safety policies and procedures
• Perform other tasks as assigned or needed

Additional Responsibilities

• Cleans and organizes work area
• Appropriately disposes of scrap material and waste
• Assists with special projects as assigned by supervisor

Working Conditions

• Temperature and humidity variances consistent with normal outdoor ranges. Climate control in the facilities is limited. May occasionally require working outdoors
• Air contaminates such as smoke and dust may be present but are below the recognized TLV
• The presence of electrical and compressed air sources
• The presence of bottled gas and oxygen
• The presence of chemicals
• The presence of moving equipment, lift trucks, or other vehicles
• May be subject to cramped working conditions in some cases
• Exposure to flying particles, hot or molten metal
• Exposure to light radiation from welding or plasma cutting
• Exposure to sharp edges and points on steel and abrasive tools
• Exposure to falling or rolling steel

Requirements

• Ability to reach over and around objects to lift, move, or place objects or materials in designated locations
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently
• Ability to occasionally lift objects weighing over 50 pounds with assistance
• Ability to see to perform welding functions, read drawings and instructions, and place materials where needed
• Ability to safely work on raised platforms, climb stairs or ladders, and climb off equipment or ladders.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to bend, squat, kneel, climb, push, pull, and reach both above and below shoulder height
• Ability to handle, place, manipulate, operate, stack, and connect equipment and materials through fine and basic hand skills
• Ability to use hands and fingers repetitively to grasp and hold up to 10 pounds for up to 20 minutes
• Ability to verbally communicate with coworkers and supervisors in a safe and productive manner
• Ability to work extended shifts to meet business demands as needed
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance policies
• 401(k) options with up to 4% company match
• $20,000 Life Insurance Policy for the employee paid for by Diamond Z
• Gain Sharing Employee Incentive Plan available to all employees after 30 day waiting period
• Prorated PTO amount for the employee's first year of employment after the completion of 90 day probationary period
• Graduated PTO schedule based on seniority within the company at the 1 year, 5, year, and 10 year anniversaries
• Supplemental benefit policies available for buy in including Long and Short Term Disability, employee discount on any purchased tools/items, employee reduced cost on company branded uniforms, Voluntary Life Insurance for the employee, spouse, and children with Guaranteed Issue

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. DZ Grinders, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.