Fabricator
Purpose:
Working on in-house projects along with tank and structural fabrication/welding. The position includes reviewing specifications, laying out metal components, cutting, fabricating, and welding.
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.
- 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)
- Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws.
- Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.
- Operating overhead crane, forklift and lift with boom.
- Use hand welding and flame-cutting equipment to weld together metal components and parts or to cut, trim, or scarf metal objects to dimensions.
- Complete high production repair work.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, & Other:
- Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings.
- Ability to receive and follow instructions and communicate with co-workers.
- Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves etc.)
- Knowledge of different kinds of metal and their properties is essential.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 5+ years of professional welding/fabrication experience preferred.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (TIG, MIG etc.)
- Experience in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, calipers etc.)
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Shift:
Work Location: In person