Torch Brazer

Location: Farmville

The Torch Brazer must possess the minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:

* Prior brazing experience a plus

* Ability to read and write

* Ability to read a measuring tape

* Ability to follow instructions & inspect material

* Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance

* Must be able to lift 40-50 pounds intermittently

* Standing most of the time on concrete floors

* Ability to do repetitive bending, reaching, stretching, lifting and twisting, pushing and pulling

List what the person must do to perform the job to meet standards.

* Works from established routines and procedures, written and verbal orders and instructions

* Guides torch and rod along joint of work pieces to heat to brazing temperature, melt braze alloy, and bond work pieces together

* Examines seam and rebrazes defective joints or broken parts

* Aligns and secures work pieces in fixtures, jigs, or vise, using rule, square, or template

* Turns valves to start flow of gases, lights flame, and adjusts valves to obtain desired color and size of flame

* Connects hoses from torch to regulator valves and cylinders of oxygen and specified fuel gas, acetylene or natural

* Melts and separates brazed joints to remove and straighten damaged or misaligned components, using hand torch or furnace

* Selects torch tip, flux, and brazing alloy from data charts or work order

* Adjusts electric current and timing cycle of resistance welding machine to heat metal to bonding temperature

* May have to assist in moving materials when needed

* Performs other similar or related duties as required

* Regular attendance is always an essential function