Welder - Weekend Shift; Onsite

What You Will Do

We have an exciting opportunity for a Welder Technician at our growing facility in Grand Prairie, TX. Dallas Airfoil Repair Operations, a recognized leader in refurbishment of aero-engine and Industrial Gas Turbine airfoils, is looking for dedicated individuals to support our organization. If you would like to work in a dynamic environment and possess the motivation to incorporate new ideas into practice, this may be the opportunity for you!

This position is available on the weekend shift (Friday - Sunday, 6:00 am to 6:30 pm).

• Follow detailed directions of leader/supervisor to carry out development, repair and restoration projects for engine parts and tools.
• Layout work requirements and obtain needed equipment to perform routine repair and alteration operations.
• Perform TIG welding operations to fabricate or restore parts and tools where close tolerances are normally required and specifically defined criteria is used.
• Use a variety of fixed and variable measuring instruments to check dimensions and record results.
• Recognize need and arrange for repair or replacement of equipment used in performing the work as necessary.
• Perform routine servicing throughout the assigned area following specified procedures and written instructions such as operator’s check list for upkeep and to assure equipment operates properly.
• Perform daily walk around checks of all equipment and machinery used during welding operations.
• Assist others responsible for new process tryout, and other specialized assignments within the scope and skill level of this job description.
• Perform similar duties, throughout assigned area within the scope and skill level of this job description.
• Assist other trades working on joint projects where common skill crossover provides the opportunity for shared responsibilities and more efficient use of available skills.
• Refer difficulties to leader/supervisor.
• Maintain logs and records as requested to communicate findings and prepare requests for approval.
• May be required to train for obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits and certifications within assigned area.
• May be assigned to carry out tasks not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department objectives and to develop individuals’ skills.
• Some visual wear and dimensional inspection may be required.
• Must be able to successfully complete welding certification test.

• HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience

• Proficient in welding various types of metals
• Work towards ACE Associates certification
• Analytical Skills
• Creative troubleshooting skills
• Possess excellent judgement and professional maturity
• Strong written & verbal communication skills

• Medical, dental, vision benefits
• Life, short term disability, long term disability benefits
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays
• 401-K with company match
• Other innovative benefits including deals and discounts

Pratt & Whitney Grand Prairie, TX, is a FAA regulated facility and as such under the U.S. Departments of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This position is considered safety sensitive in accordance with FAA Guidelines. Candidate will be subject to drug and alcohol testing as a pre-employment contingency and also subject to ongoing random testing as an employee per FAA’s regulation 14 CFR part 120, as well as 49 CFR part 40.

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:

• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

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