Welder - UIC Construction

Overview Summary Journeyman level welder. Project includes short-duration installation of exterior ramps and stairs. Other duties as assigned. Experience with occasional heavy equipment operation is a plus. Responsibilities Essential Functions Layout, fit, & weld various diameters and thicknesses steel using a SMAW procedure. Layout and cut various diameters and thicknesses steel using a plasma cutter. Weld steel plate, steel angle, etc. as required. Must be able to perform all work safely in accordance with UICC's safety procedures and guidelines. Maintain a clean and orderly workplace. Must be able to pass a background check. Other miscellaneous duties as assigned. Knowledge and Critical Skills/Expertise: Must be able to qualify to UICC's SMAW weld procedures and be able to submit welding certificates. Welds may be NDE tested. Must be able to read and interpret construction plans and drawings. Must be able to properly layout and fit plate, steel angle, and unistrut. Required Experience: 5 Years Welding Experience with SMAW procedures. 5 Years' Experience in Construction. Qualifications Physical Demands: Must be able to weld in locations with minimum space. Must be able to meet the physical demands noted below. Operation of motor vehicles. Walking, Standing. Twisting, turning upper body. Twisting, turning arms, legs. Crawling, kneeling, stooping. Safe distant vision. Good near vision. Wear ANSI approved safety footwear. Wear safety glasses. Wear hard hat. Use of all required PPE for tasks at hand. Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 100 lbs. Environmental Conditions: Work will take place on exterior of building while other work is taking place. #LI-WW1