Welder / Fabricator

The Welder/Fabricator is responsible for performing a

variety of welding involving fabrication, alteration, and repairs of

metal parts. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: - Weld and fabricate metal

components per drawing/prints and work orders - Layout fits and welds

components for assembly based on pre-designed specifications - Grind off

excess weld, slag or splatter, using hand scraper, power chipper or

portable grinder, and is reviewed while in progress and upon

completion - Weld in flat, horizontal, vertical or overhead positions -

Responsible for sound welds and accuracy of assembly - Observe and

identify any fault in equipment, material and assembly process, then

notifying supervisors - Control the processes of fitting burning and

welding to avoid problems in relation to overheating and/or distortion

of the parts - Clamping, holding, tack welding, heat bending, bolting,

or grinding parts as necessary to satisfy the technical requirements -

Requisition parts and equipment as necessary - Liaise with supervisor on

problems to achieve efficient repair - Maintain a clean and tidy work

area - Complete all documentation including inspection sheets,

certificates, and receipts applying signatures as appropriate - Identify

abnormalities and repairs required as result of internal actions and

advise the supervisor accordingly - Identify areas of process

improvement, cost and waste reduction - Work in an efficient and timely

manner - Undertake relevant training and development as required - Carry

out work orders within a realistic time line ensuring that deadlines are

met - Maintain cooperative working relationships, and demonstrate

sensitivity to and respect for a diverse population - Record all hours

worked accurately - Other duties as assigned EXPERIENCE: - Experience

with welding equipment - Experience with MIG and TIG welding -

Mechanical aptitude EDUCATION: - High School Diploma or GED equivalent -

Minimum of three (3) years\' experience CERTIFICATIONS: - AWS

Certified - Crane Certified - Valid Driver\'s License KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS

& ABILITIES: - Adhere to and carry out existing work practices,

procedures and policies - Maintain confidentiality and observe data

protection and associated guidelines where appropriate - Understand and

comply with safety and environmental policies - Ability to work

independently in the absence of supervision - Excellent listening

skills - Take and understand measurements - Ability to follow

directions - Ability to maintain focus - Work efficiently under

pressure, and meet deadlines - Math skills required (add, subtract,

divide, multiply and knowledge of angles) - Reading abilities required

(including blueprint details) - Ability to write legibly - Follow safety

and materials policies and procedures - Attention to detail - Ability to

interact with the Stock room as well as numerous levels of internal

staff within a variety of departments - Ability to occasionally interact

with customer(s) EQUIPMENT USED: - Welding Helmet - Hand held plasma

tool - Band & chop saws - Drill & punch press - Pipe bender - See list

of required tools PHYSICAL DEMANDS: - Must be able to pass physical

exam - Ability to lift a minimum of 70 lbs. - Ability to exert maximum

force to pull and carry objects - Must be able to climb into, onto and

under vehicle - Extended periods of sitting, standing, bending,

squatting and kneeling - Vision a minimum 20/40 with or without

corrective lenses - Good hearing WORK ENVIRONMENT: - Heated and

well-ventilated factory with bright lighting and epoxied floors - Work

shirts provided - Team Environment with periodic company luncheons and

celebratory functions - Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable

individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions