Experienced Welder/Fabricator - Steel

Manufacturer of diesel locomotive parts and components seeks a MIG welder/metal fabricator to produce locomotive parts. Experience with break press, plasma cutter and industrial saws preferred. Ability to read and follow blue prints. Attention to detail required.

We are an employee-owned company. We offer a competitive salary, health benefits, and paid time off for this full-time, day shift position.

Sample Duties

Welder

Performs all welding under the direct supervision of a Certified Welder if not certified

Conforms to AWS Certified D1.1-10 structural welding code steel.

Preps the area to ensure the area is clean and free of foreign matter before the welding process starts.

Ensures proper safety equipment is worn.

Sets the regulator on the bottle, the voltage for the gun and the speed for the wire as directed by the Certified Welder

Performs MIG/Stick welding per specifications.

Reviews welding procedure for number of welds and size.

Reviews welding procedure preheating and type of rod for application.

Perform daily servicing, cleaning and repairs of machines when required.

Fabricator

Assemble/disassemble parts as directed.

Inspect components to ensure each part is within specifications.

Use hand tools and specialized equipment to perform duties.

Uses micrometers, assorted hand tools, assorted air tool and power tools.

Follow proper safety precautions as listed in the ARPX safety manual.

Ensures proper safety equipment is worn.

Records necessary information on traveler sheets as required.

Will perform daily cleanup of shop and will be especially responsible for the cleanliness of their own work area.

Must be able to lift 70 lbs

Must be reliable and self-motivated.

Ability to read blueprints and micrometers

Attention to detail, accuracy and speed, good work ethic and enthusiasm to learn.