Aluminum Welder II

Description

VIGOR VALUES

Vigor expects all employees to enhance the atmosphere in which they work by living the Vigor Values every day.

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Pay: $29.31/hr

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for fabrication welding requirements including manual, semi-automatic, automatic and all-position including using oxygen/acetylene gas torch for cutting or pre-heat . Must be in good standing with or willing to join an affiliated labor union.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Utilize knowledge of weld electrodes and wire, machine settings, maintain an acceptable standard in quality and quantity, and use oxygen/acetylene gas torch for cutting or pre-heat.
Read and interpret drawings, sketches and weld symbols, set up and operate semi-automatic or automatic weld equipment.
Assemble and tack parts as directed by supervisor


SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

• None

INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees
Ability to follow written and oral instructions regarding daily functions, safety rules and regulations, and possible hazardous conditions.
Ability to communicate with and instruct team members on the project.


KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Experience and ability to perform the above referenced essential functions and responsibilities.
Sufficient knowledge in burning, welding, and operation of production machines and cranes.
Knowledge of pipe welding of aluminum, stainless and copper nickel a plus
Knowledgeable in the operation of all fabrication/welding equipment.


EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Min 2 year's welding/fabrication experience. Or apprentice program.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Capable of passing a 3G, 4G Aluminum weld test on 3/8 plate to AWS D1.2 weld standards.


• Must be in good standing with or willing to join an affiliated labor union.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to lift, carry 60Lbs., or maneuver objects, difficult objects will be lifted with the assistance of mechanical means or additional workers.
Must be able to lift 4 ft., 60 lb. spool of wire and load welding machine.
Ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, kneel, twist, pull, push, grip, and climb.
Capable of working from ladders and scaffolding.


WORK ENVIRONMENT:

May be exposed to excessive noise, welding gases and fumes, and varying weather conditions. Proper protective equipment will be provided as necessary.