Fabrication Shop Assembler

About the Role

At Lochinvar, we are always looking to connect with talented assembly professionals. This is an evergreen role
, meaning we continuously accept applications to build a pipeline of qualified candidates for future openings.

While there may not be an immediate vacancy, applicants will be considered as opportunities become available that match their skills and experience.

Lochinvar takes care of our people- because they power everything we do!

Lochinvar in Lebanon, TN- a business unit of A.O. Smith. As a business unit of A.O. Smith you can expect the following benefits:

• Growth-focused environment with advancement opportunities
• Climate-controlled facility
• Diverse positions provide opportunity to gain broad experience and develop deep industry knowledge.
• Company provided uniforms
• Benefits- medical, dental, vision etc. start DAY 1!
• 401K Program with company match
• Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefit plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance.

Prepares pressure vessel materials for assembly through the set-up and operation of fabrication, hydro testing. Assembles and completes storage vessels.

• Prepares pressure vessel materials for assembly through the set-up and operation of fabrication, hydro testing. Assembles and completes storage vessels.
• Prepares completed pressure vessels for hydro-testing; set up and operates hydro testing equipment & blasting booth. Checks sand blasted units for completeness.
• Completed TPM of equipment assembler is trained for.
• Operates variety of saws and other cutting equipment to cut structural steel to proper length according to print or other specifications; operates drill press; checks work using tape measure or other measuring devices.
• Assembles and/or attaches elements, gauges, pipes, tube bundles, wiring, control panels, solders copper pipe, uses Tig welder and mig welder, etc according to knowledge of unit being assembled or following blueprints, and work instructions.
• Cuts probe holes for wiring and performs routing of electrical wiring of control panels per the wiring diagram.
• Runs and operators a PLC furnace control based on vessel type into furnace oven.

• Experience:
  
  Manufacturing experience required.
• Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Basic computer knowledge and navigation is required.
• Must be able to acquire Jaws of Life, Confined Space, and Forklift certifications once hire.

High School Diploma or GED

• Prolonged periods of sitting/standing and frequent bending and reaching.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, and with assistance.
• Loud noises and limited exposure to dust and fumes.
• Must be able to push/pull up to 75 lbs.
• Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as steel-toe shoes/boots, ear and eye protection.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• The employee frequently is required to walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; risk of electrical shock; and vibration.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, and taste or smell.
• The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds overhead and maneuver various parts weighting up to 50 lbs.
• Use of wrenching, impacting, and/or vibrating tools (manual and automatic) is required occasionally for extended periods of time.
• Variable hot and cold working environment.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.

In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.