WELDER - AUSTIN

Welder

The Welder performs welding tasks repairing and maintaining containers. Work is performed on- and off-site in a safe manner. The Welder will also assist maintenance personnel when required.

Core Responsibilities:

• Wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Assist with weld repairs and asset fabrication on and off site.
• Assist with designing, fabricating and repairing metal.
• Document repair and fabrication projects and track time in accordance with department procedures.
• Request parts and supplies for assigned jobs.
• Assist with field and shop maintenance weld repairs and fabrication.
• Comply with company safety policies.
• Attend monthly, mandatory safety meetings.
• Report immediately any safety violations and correct unsafe acts or conditions.
• Properly maintain equipment, including service trucks and trailers, safety equipment, and tools.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills &

Qualifications:

• Must pass a pulmonary function test if required by work assignment
• Passage of the company welding test
• Welding aptitude
• Must be able to obtain any welding certificates needed to perform certain tasks or projects;
• Familiarity with shop equipment i.e. drill press, cranes, grinders and saws;
• Must demonstrate an understanding of metal welding theory and practices.
• Must pass a pulmonary function and respirator fit tests

Preferred Skills &

Qualifications:

• At least one year of maintenance welding experience including the use of arc, Mig, and stick welders, plasma cutter and acetylene equipment
• Aluminum welding experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Forklift experience

Required Licenses &

Certifications:

• Valid Class C driver's license
• Safe driving for the last three years
• Forklift certification by company within 90 days of employment.