Welder

Job Description

Express Employment is seeking MIG and TIG welders for the Louisville and Shelby County area. We have several different shifts available depending on preference and pay ranging between $18.00-$26.00 an hour (DOE).

• Welding Operations:
  Operate MIG or TIG welding machines to heat, melt, and fuse metal parts, adjusting settings based on metal type, thickness, and joint design

• Blueprint Interpretation:
  Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and diagrams to determine welding specifications and assembly requirements

• Material Preparation:
  Clean and prepare metal surfaces using scrapers, grinders, or other tools to remove rough spots and ensure proper adhesion

• Equipment Maintenance:
  Inspect and maintain welding equipment, including checking cable connections, drive rolls, wire spools, and shielding gas flow

• Quality Control:
  Inspect finished welds for defects, ensuring compliance with specifications and industry standards

• Additional Welding Tasks:
  May perform other welding types such as stick welding as needed

• Knowledge of different metals and their properties, welding techniques, and safety standards

• Ability to operate hand-held torches, grinders, lathes, and measuring tools like calipers and combination squares

• Steady hand, attention to detail, and physical stamina for long hours standing and lifting heavy objects

• Certifications such as AWS, MIG, OSHA, or ASME may be required or preferred

• Education typically includes a high school diploma or equivalent, with technical or vocational training in welding or on job experience equivalent