Welder-3

Welder-3
Location: Clinton, TN

Type: Contract
Contractor Work Model: Onsite

JOB SUMMARY

Uses hand-welding or flame-cutting to weld metal components or to fill holes, indentations, or seams. Performs duties with a high regard for safety and accuracy.

JOB DUTIES/TASKS/RESPONSIBILITIES

Operate safety equipment and use safe and efficient work habits.

Operates manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments, using processes such as gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, plasma arc, shielded metal arc, resistance welding, and cutting torch.

Monitors the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material to ensure conformance with specifications.

Positions, aligns, and secures parts and assemblies prior to assembly, using straight edges, combination squares, calipers, and rulers.

Analyzes shop drawings, blueprints, specifications, sketches, work orders, and material safety data sheets to plan layout, assembly, and welding operations.

Clamps, holds, tack-welds, grinds or bolts component parts to obtain required configurations and positions for welding.

Grinds off excess weld, slag, or spatter, using hand scrapers or power chippers, portable grinders, or arc-cutting equipment to smooth out rough edges and maintain safety.

Marks or tags material with proper job number, piece marks, and other identifying marks as required ensuring proper shipment to customers.

Dismantles metal assemblies or cuts scrap metal using thermal-cutting equipment such as flame-cutting torches or plasma-arc equipment.

Performs daily activities and prioritizes tasks based on written and oral directions from Weld Lead and Manager.

Must complete process/facility training as assigned.

There is no supervision of other workers at this level.

Responsible for the quality of his/her own work and satisfying customer (internal and external) specifications

Must complete process/facility training as assigned

Must be able to work independently and resolve practical problems

Provides training to Weld Technician 1 and 2 staff as needed and reviews the work of others as needed

Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Education

High School diploma or GED

Certifications AWS D1.3 welding certification Fork lift certification

Required Experience

A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Weld Technician

Preferred Experience None preferred

REQUIRED AND DESIRED SKILLS

Intermediate knowledge of welding tools

Advanced mechanical knowledge

Basic quality control analysis

Strong listening skills

Basic written, verbal and organizational skills

Strong interpersonal skills and team player attitude

General knowledge of local, state and federal health and safety regulations [e.g., Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)]

Ability to understand and apply health and safety regulations and requirements

Demonstrated ability to perform all types of welding

Demonstrated ability to read and understand blueprints and other schematics

Qualified to work with specialty metals

Ability to read complex drawings and blueprints

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Ability to perform physically demanding work

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and wear a respirator

Ability to carry, push, pull up to 50 pounds

Ability to sit, stand, walk, stoop, and kneel

Ability to work in extreme weather conditions and environments wherein there is exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, gases, chemicals and mechanical and electrical hazards

Ability to work in extreme temperatures

Ability to effectively communicate; pass audiogram in hearing conservation program as required by location

Ability to work in or around moving vehicles, rotating equipment, and ladders/scaffolds

Basic math and computer skills; mechanical ability

Ability to wear protective equipment such as: goggles, ear plugs, gloves, and steel toe boots

Normal vision (with or without correction)

Ability to perceive depth and adjust focus; basic hand/eye coordination

Ability to see close and distance, basic colors/shades, and peripheral vision

Forklift certified

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joule, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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Ref: #193-Eng Oakridge (Precision)