Skilled Welder

Location: Barron

We are looking for a skilled Welder with the ability to operate appropriate equipment to put together mechanical structures or parts with a great deal of precision. Must be competent in using potentially dangerous equipment following all safety precautions. The ideal candidate will also have a steady hand and great attention to detail. Knowledge of different kinds of metal and their properties is essential.

Welder Responsibilities

* 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 (e.g. cut material with powered saws to match measurements)

* Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded

* Align components using calipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces

* Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead)

* Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps

* Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws

* Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety

Requirements and skills

* Proven experience as welder

* Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (TIG, MIG Stick, etc.)

* 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.)

* Attention to detail

* Skilled in operating at least some type of vehicles like forklifts, scissor lifts, etc..

* Professional Certification (e.g. an AWS welding certificate) will be a plus but not required

Education and Qualification

* 2 years experience in welding

* Basic mathematics skills

* Basic knowledge of welding symbols and blueprint reading skills.

* Ability to work with complicated welding tools like ox-fuel, plasma, mag-drills, etc.

Welder Fabricator Salary

Pay based on experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour