WELDER MASTER * WARWICK DIVISION *

JOB SUMMARY:

A welder with approximately 10 or more years of experience welding together steel and aluminum components products by performing the following duties and exhibiting the following skill sets. Must be able to pass all processes in all positions by Xray Testing

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Craft Related

Provides consistent quality welding work with 0 defects and able to work with little supervision.

Works alongside other trades to receive direction to accomplish assigned work.

Pulls lines and helps set up jobs as directed by supervisor.

Follows all jobsite cleanliness and safety principles.

Shows initiative, self-starter, and notifies supervision of work stoppages and daily progress.

Expert in SMAW process in all positions for (CS HY, HSLA, and CRES)

Expert in GMAW process in all positions for Aluminum. (5XXX & 6XXX)

Expert in FCAW process in all positions for (CS, HY, HSLA, SS and ceramic backing)

Expert mirror weld in all processes described above.

Utilizes workmanship training to identify and correct weld defects prior to VT.

Must be able to work long hours, weekends as required by the supervisor to support project schedule. Must be able to work OT and weekends in short notice and must have reliable transportation.

Other duties as assign by supervisor

Tool Related

Must possess all basic hand tools for welding.

Advanced use of power tools (grinders, needle guns, burr motors, etc.)

Uses weld gauges to check for over/under weld.

Knowledge of power tool safety, (correctly identifying kick direction and pinch points)

Advanced knowledge of welding machines trouble shooting (replacing tips, gas diffusers, liners, etc.)

Diagnoses and repairs complex issues with welding equipment

Procedural Related

Understands fire safety principles (hot work tickets, positioning fire watches, 35' rule, etc.)

Practical knowledge of industry safety standards/training

Understands and adheres to preheat and interposes requirements.

Reads and understands weld symbols and weld joint designs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Graduation from a standard apprenticeship/trade/vocational school.

2. High school diploma or GED required and 1 or more years of related experience or equivalent of training and experience.

3. Ability to gain access to military installations.

4. Must pass a drug test and background check.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly and seek help with weights over 50 pounds.

2. Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs/vertical ladders; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

This is a physically demanding position and may accommodate some physical disabilities. Physical dexterity may be required when performing walk thru and inspection of job sites. In the performance of the walk thru you will be required to transverse steep stairwells, vertical ladders and bending or stooping thru tight spaces. There may be occasional lifting of materials weighing not more than 50 pounds.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

This position works on the jobsite. There is exposure to hostile environments, loud noises, hazardous chemicals/fumes and airborne particles, smoke, extreme temperatures moving mechanical parts: high, precarious places.

During work-site visits will be required to wear appropriate PPE including, but not limited to:

Hard hat

Ear plugs or attenuator.

Safety shoes

Dust mask or respirator

Gloves

EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet

If a reasonable accommodation is needed for the interview process, please contact Barbara Nicholas at (757) 577-5345 or by email at bnicholas@ecrfab.com.