Structural Welder

Structural Welder/Fitter 1st Shift

Shift: Mon - Thu 5:00AM - 3:30PM

Pay: $22.00/HR

Job Duties:

• Run overhead crane system to handle steel beams, plates and assemblies
• Read blueprint drawings to obtain necessary information to apply correct weld and thickness
• Operate all welding machines and position welding and needle guns to perform all required welding operations, including connecting cables from power source to welder; striking arc; guiding electrode along lines to weld plate to beam; apply needle gun to clean weld and remove slag.
• Load weld wire spools as required
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

Individuals must have adequate strength, mobility, dexterity, vision, hearing, ability to wear a respirator, and stamina to perform the following requirements:
We are looking for experienced STRUCTURAL welders experienced in welding wide flange and heavy plate with fillet welds, multi-pass fillets, partial joint penetration and full joint penetration welds utilizing GMAW welding procedures. We are not looking for stick welders, automotive or equipment type welders, tig welders, etc. Our requirements are for strictly experienced

• Moving and handling steel requires utilizing grabs and chains (weight 10 - 50lbs) secure beam for lifting with overhead crane.
• Familiarity with use of .045 hard wire in a spray arc style is preferred
• Utilize welding machines continuously, loading weld equipment cutting equipment, using needle gun to clean slag
• Individual should be able to follow instructions well and work without constant supervision.
• Abel to pass physical exam.

Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $22.00 - $22.00