Welder Rocklin, California

Forgen Welder – Rocklin, California

Location: Rocklin, California

A Welder is responsible for assembling pieces of metal together or repairing damage in metal components using heavy machinery that emits high heat, melting the metal into shape. Duties include reviewing blueprints, cutting metal to shape, and smoothing molten metal to remove creases.

• Analyze and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
• Prepare required documentation including work orders, parts lists, and timecards in an accurate and timely manner.
• Read and understand blueprints prior to starting a project.
• Sourcing materials to be used in the project.
• Measure and cut materials to specifications.
• Weld materials using the correct materials to join the metals together.
• Check finished work to make sure that it falls within the tolerances marked on the blueprints.
• Perform assigned tasks in a timely, accurate and efficient manner.
• Follow manufacturer and company service guidelines and procedures to ensure safe quality work and preserve and document component failure information for accurate failure analysis.
• Maintain a safe working environment and observe all safety procedures, laws, policies, and rules.
• Math and Measurement
  
  Skills:
  
  Tape measure, Scale, Calipers, Fillet weld gauge.
• Communicate with equipment manager and field managers in a manner which promotes a positive relationship.
• Work overtime as needed and within labor law guidelines.
• Operate heavy power‑driven equipment.
• Obtain forklift and boom lift certification.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Five (5) or more years of welding experience.
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to drive on behalf of company business.

• Preferred knowledge on the following topics:
  • Operational characteristics of heavy, power‑driven equipment.
  • Maintenance requirements of heavy, power‑driven equipment.
  • Methods and materials used in general construction and maintenance work.
  • Principles and techniques of field maintenance activities.
  • Traffic laws, ordinances, and rules involved in equipment operation.
  • Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
  • Welding machine set‑up:
    Mig/Tig welding and hard facing of carbon; low alloy steels using solid and flux‑cored wire; finishing of welds (chipping, grinding, sanding).
  • Fabricating carbon, stainless and low alloy steels;
    Blueprint Reading and Weld Symbols (AWS and ISO);
    Weld joint prep;
    Hand plasma and oxy/fuel torches.
• Safety training preferred (company will provide additional training as necessary):
  • 40 Hour HAZWOPER training.
  • Competent Person Safety Training.
  • 8-Hour Supervisory Training.
  • 30-Hour OSHA Construction Safety Training.
  • First Aid and CPR.

This role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, extended standing or walking on project sites, climbing in and out of equipment, and working in confined spaces or k conditions and demands may vary, with possible exposure to heavy machinery, chemicals, dust, fumes, noise, and extreme weather. Proper PPE, including protective eyewear, gloves, a hard hat, and steel‑toed boots, is required. Effective communication, tool use, and adherence to safety protocols are essential.

$35 - $40 USD

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