Summary/Objective:
The Welder/Fitter will weld, cut, and braze metal pieces and products by using flame-cutting and hand welding equipment.
Duties/Responsibilities:
·Plans details of work order procedures; gathers required tools and materials based on instructions and specifications provided for the job.
·Fabricates various pipe spools and structural supports using cutting, burning, and welding techniques and equipment.
·Interpret blueprints, drawings, and measurements to plan layouts.
·Weld small and large diameter carbon and stainless-steel piping and structural members.
·Use specialized machinery for industrial welding and oversee machines that perform the same job.
·Maintain and repair all machinery.
·Assess welded surfaces, structures and components to identify errors.
·Follow and enforce strict safety regulations such as wearing heat-resistant gloves, protective masks, and safety shoes.
·Monitor machinery for appropriate usage and temperature.
·Weld components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions.
·Monitors the welding, burning, and fitting process to ensure parts are not overheated or damaged by warping, distortion, expansion, or shrinkage.
·Prepares, assembles, and tacks weld parts and surfaces to be welded.
·Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area.
·Notifies supervisor when faulty equipment or defective materials are discovered.
·Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
·Thorough understanding of machines and tools used in welding including designs, uses, maintenance and repair
·Basic understanding of design techniques, principles, and tools necessary for the precise production of technical plans, drawings, models and blueprints.
·Excellent ability to read and listen to assignments given in a variety of forms.
·Ability to read and interpret blueprints and designs.
·Basic understanding of mathematics as related to welding assignments. • Outstanding attention to detail.
Education and Experience:
·A valid certificate in welding from an accredited institution is preferred.
·Mig, Tig and flux core welding knowledge.
Physical Requirements:
·Must be able to weld components that are vertical, flat, or overhead.
·Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.
·Must be able to see details at close range.
·Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
·Must be able to traverse facilities and machinery by climbing, balancing, lifting, walking, stooping, and carrying materials.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Freedom Waterworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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