Welder - 1st Shift

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, fit, and cut to meet blueprint standards
• Perform GMAW and/or FCAW welding by using a variety of arc and gas welding equipment
• Trim, file, grind, sand, deburr, buff and smooth surfaces using hand tools and portable power tools
• Operate and understand all equipment within the work area (cell)
• Lay out and mark dimensions and reference lines on material applying knowledge of shop math and layout techniques
• Inspect assembly/components for conformance of specifications
• Read and interpret schematics (blueprints) and work orders
• Use basic hand tools such as tape measurer and specialty equipment
• Perform rework as required
• Maintain daily time records and any additional required records/documentation
• Support APS (Altec Production System) initiatives. May participate in continuous improvement events
• Move to other work areas to support production needs (cross-train)
• Effectively train new/current associates
• Follow established safety, environmental and quality policies, procedures, and practices to include proper use and care of PPE
• Maintain work area and shop tools/equipment
• Shows commitment to Altec core values

• be able to provide a high school diploma/GED.
• have the ability to read, write, and comprehend.
• have basic computer usage knowledge.
• have the ability to read tape measures, blueprints, and schematics.
• have a welding tech degree/certificate or 2+ years of applicable welding experience - may consider if degree in process.
• obtain AWS
  
  D.1.1 weld certification within three months of hire.

Altec offers comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care, matching 401(k), company-paid basic life insurance, wellness programs, company events, tuition reimbursement, and paid vacation.

Perform welding and metal preparation tasks such as sanding and grinding configurations.

Altec Industries, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Altec strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.

Pay range: $25.15/hour - $28.23/hour. We are committed to fair and competitive pay for all associates based on their experience, education, and qualifications.

Should the selected candidate meet the qualifications of a more experienced level in the career path, the job level may be adjusted.