Welder

Status

Non-exempt (hourly)

The welder is responsible for the construction of various products primarily focusing on welding and fabrication techniques. The welder will follow the process below in every welding scenario (I, P, W, C, I).

• Identify materials to be welded and appropriate welding/fabrication method.
• Prepare and fit materials for welding/fabrication using grinders, clamps, tape measures, etc.
• Weld materials within the WPS parameters per the engineering weld callout.
• Clean welded materials.
• Inspect welds to ensure quality standards and engineering weld callouts have been met.
• Operate appropriate equipment to put together mechanical structures or parts with a great deal of precision.
• Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures.
• Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.
• Set up components for welding according to specifications.
• Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded.
• Align components using calipers, tape measures, etc. and clamp pieces.
• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal, or overhead).
• Able to determine that weld meets ASME specifications.

• Steady hand and great attention to detail.
• Knowledge of different kinds of metal and their properties is essential.
• Proven experience as a welder.
• Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (GTAW, GMAW, FCAW).
• Experience in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, calipers, etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings.
• Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face shield, gloves, etc.).
• Minimum one year welding and fabrication experience.
• Must be able to pass an on-site welding test.

• Welder I – 0-5 Years’ Experience
• Welder II – 5-8 years’ experience
• Senior Welder – 8+ years’ experience
• Master Welder – 10+ years’ experience & Cryogenic experience

$21.00 - $29.50

• Base salary is determined on a number of factors including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. These factors are considered when making an offer of employment.
• Pay range may not take into account local geographic pay variations.
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance eligibility starting from the first day of hire.
• 401(k) with 5% company match.
• Bonus eligibility.
• Paid time off including vacation, personal and sick time.
• Paid holidays.
• Wellness Reimbursement Program.
• Potential to apply for Tuition Reimbursement.
• Fertility and Family Building Benefit.
• Employee Referral program.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Plug Power Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.