Welder​/Fabricator

Overview Segers Aero Corporation, Fairhope, Alabama Welder / Fabricator

Wage Range: $25 - $35/hr based on experience

Segers Aero Corporation located in Fairhope, AL is seeking a Welder/Fabricator to join our team. We offer a competitive benefits package and a 9/80 work schedule that includes every other Friday off.

Purpose of Position: To prepare and repair various components using standard welding principles and in accordance with applicable maintenance manuals.

Essential Functions: (must be able to perform these functions, with or without a reasonable accommodation).

• Weld Repair components in accordance with overhaul manual using a variety of welding methods including TIG, MIG, Stick, Braze Rod, Spot Weld, Silver Soldier.
• Operates drill press, grit blast machine, ovens and other associated equipment in the support of the production schedule
• Uses oven to heat-treat parts regularly
• Reviews traveler and reads welding prints for direction
• Repair and/or restore parts using welding equipment/torches
• Retrieves and moves gas cylinders from holding area using a dolly as necessary

• Travels as required
• Confers with manager/lead to recommend changes such as: equipment utilization, production methods and procedures to increase efficiency of department and promote improvement
• Attends all safety and health training, as required, in a timely manner
• Works when scheduled and complies with company attendance policy
• Works overtime as needed
• Observes and practices all safety procedures and personal policies (e.g. Safety-glasses, ear plugs, face shields etc.)

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: (these are required to enable job holder to perform the essential functions of the job)

• Must be proficient using a variety of hand tools such as hand grinders, die grinders for assigned maintenance tasks
• Must be knowledgeable in welding techniques, (oxygen-acetylene, electric arc, and TIG), tools and equipment
• Must have sills in the fabrication, joining and repair of a variety of metal objects, equipment, fixtures and structures
• Must be proficient in using a variety of hand tools, special tools, and GSE required to perform assigned maintenance tasks
• Must be able to work in a relatively loud environment.
• Must be able to maintain an effective working relationship with, and among co-workers and supervisors
• Must be able to work with little or no supervision and to take initiative
• Must be able to use applied knowledge to formulate positive solutions to problem situations
• Must be able to apply common sense
• Must be able to effectively read, write and communicate in English
• Must be proficient in company specific software and Microsoft Office Word and Excel
• Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide, using fractions and decimals; compute percentages, area, circumference, volume, ratios and rates and interpret graphs
• Must be able to comply with OSHA requirements and standards to properly wear all applicable PPE
• Must have knowledge of precision measuring tools/equipment (and electrical)
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. regularly and more, with assistance occasionally
• Must be able to see within normal range of vision with or without corrective lenses
• Must be able to hear running machinery
• Must be able to use hands, wrists, and fingers repetitively
• Must have exceptional eye-hand coordination
• Must regularly be able to reach overhead
• Must regularly be able to squat, bend, twist and stand
• Must be able to walk around regularly using steps occasionally
• Ability to provide verifications of US citizenship or permanent residency to satisfy ITAR/EAR restrictions

Marginal Functions: (Duties that are likely to be assigned to this person, unless he/she proves unable to perform them after receiving training and/or accommodations that the company judges…