Job Title:Structural Welder 1st Class
Pay: $34.00
Sign-On: Bonus: $1,000
Must be available for day and night shift
Requirements:
* 3+ years of structural welding, new construction steel experience
* Pulse MIG welding experience strongly preferred
* Must pass a lifetime background check, preemployment physical and drug screening
Key Responsibilities
* Perform high-quality steel welding in accordance with approved welding procedures and project specifications.
* Weld in various positions, including confined and difficult-to-access areas, while maintaining quality and safety standards.
* Complete full penetration welds, fillet welds, multi-pass welds, stitch welds, and continuous welds on steel components.
* Weld material thicknesses ranging from 4 mm to 25 mm.
* Produce quality welds on structural steel connections, including frame wraps, T-bar wraps, gusset connections, corners, and vertical intersections with minimal finishing or blending required.
* Apply proper welding techniques, including back-stepping and weld sequencing, to minimize distortion and ensure structural integrity.
* Inspect completed welds, identify minor defects, and perform weld repairs or touch-ups as required with minimal supervision.
* Read and interpret fabrication drawings, welding symbols, specifications, work instructions, and construction documents to determine weld sizes, joint preparation, and fabrication requirements.
* Perform routine inspection and basic preventive maintenance of welding equipment.
* Maintain a safe work environment by following company procedures and wearing all required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Qualifications Skills
* Ability to successfully complete required welding skills assessments and qualification tests.
* Strong mechanical aptitude and commitment to producing consistent, high-quality workmanship.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
* Good communication, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
* Excellent hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness.
* Ability to meet production schedules and quality requirements.
* Willingness to mentor and assist less experienced team members.
* Ability to follow instructions and comply with all safety and quality standards.