Welder (Structural)

3 weeks ago

Hartford, United States Shepard Steel Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary:

Welder (Structural)


Our company is looking for an experienced Welder in our Structural Steel department.


Under the direct supervision of the Production Supervisor, the employee will be responsible for layout, fit, and fabricating metal components to assemble structural steel using knowledge of welding techniques. These items include but are not limited to:


  • Read and interpret drawings, and other written instructions and diagrams to perform task at hand.
  • Perform FCAW and other types of welding based on project needs.
  • De-bur and grind metal as necessary to achieve proper surface texture per job specifications.
  • Welds components in flat, vertical, or horizontal positions.
  • Tack-weld or weld components and assemblies, using welding equipment.
  • Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding and fabrication trade.
  • Analyze welding procedures, blueprints, sketches and work orders to plan layout, assembly, and perform welding operations.
  • Chip or grind off excess weld, slag, or spatter, using hand scrapers or power chippers, portable grinders, or arc-cutting equipment.
  • Prepare all material surfaces to be welded, ensuring that there is no loose or thick scale, slag, rust, moisture, grease, or other foreign matter.
  • Mark or tag material with proper job number, piece marks, and other identifying marks as required.
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor.


Required Skills:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Must be able to use measuring tools such as tape measures, squares, etc.
  • Current and valid certification
  • Must be able to pass a welding test
  • Ability to speak, read and write in English
  • Valid drivers license
  • Physically capable of lifting/pushing/pulling 70 pounds unassisted
  • Physically capable of bending/twisting as well as standing for long periods of time
  • Able to work well with minimal supervision as well as with other technicians
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and follow specified procedures
  • Self-motivated, detail oriented and has a positive attitude
  • Willingness to work overtime as needed
  • Must be willing to submit a drug test and background check


Benefits:

  • Competitive salary (based on skill set)
  • Health Insurance (includes annual vision exam)
  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Plan with Employer Match / Profit Sharing
  • 1st Shift Monday Friday (Additional overtime as required)
  • Full Time Position
  • Vacation / Holidays / Earned Days / Birthdays


Shepard Steel is a structural steel and miscellaneous fabrication company that has been an integral part of the Connecticut construction landscape for over 65 years. With a staff of approximately 100 talented professionals, we are carrying out the companys proud tradition of meeting the structural and miscellaneous steel requirements of customers throughout all Southern New England and Eastern New York State. We fabricate approximately 12,000 tons of steel annually and have invested heavily in state-of-the-art fabrication equipment in recent years.


SHEPARD STEEL IS AN Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer

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