Welder - Submarine Building

ZipRecruiter; York; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier in the hydroelectric industry is seeking a Welder to join their team in York, PA. The role involves welding, fabricating, and repairing metal components. Candidates should be proficient in SMAW and FCAW, with at least three years of relevant experience. A comprehensive benefits program including health coverage, a 401(k) plan, and competitive pay from $22 to $35 per hour plus shift differentials is offered.

Benefits

Health coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off program

Positive culture

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of related experience or training.
• Exceptional safety practices.
• Ability to produce high-quality welds.

Responsibilities

• Weld complex geometries and Hydro components.
• Set up jobs and equipment efficiently.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.

Skills

Proficient in blueprint reading

Qualified in SMAW and FCAW

Gas cutting and air arc gouging

Communication

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Job description

Company Description

Steeped in a tradition of hydropower, American Hydro is the leading supplier and installer of large equipment for the hydroelectric industry. American Hydro is currently looking for a Welder to add to the family at our York, PA facility. We are a tight-knit group that takes a great deal of pride in what we produce. If you are a detail-oriented, hardworking team member who is looking for a place to call home, we invite you to apply for this opening.

Job Description

Welder will join, fabricate, and repair metal and other materials by applying appropriate techniques using various welding devices. Responsible for assembling or repairing damaged pieces of metal using machinery that emits high heat temperatures. Sets up components for welding according to specifications.

Accountabilities

• Weld complex weld geometry and fillets and related Hydro components
• Qualified in smaw and fcaw
• Setting up jobs and equipment to run efficiently
• Carbon arc gouge CJP's
• Grind as needed
• Quality of work
• Productivity
• Job Knowledge
• Initiative
• Safety
• Attendance/dependability
• Communication
• Cooperation

Main Responsibilities

• Proficient in blue print reading except geometric tolerancing
• Fully proficient with FCAW and SMAW. Able to set parameters to optimize the operation of the process(s)
• Able to produce high quality welds
• Grinds parts as needed per drawing and verbal instruction
• Capable of operating gas cutting and air arc gouging process on all but the most challenging applications
• Able to weld using larger wire sizes in many situations
• Keeps equipment and work area clean and orderly
• Keeps Supervisor informed of problems regarding work piece, schedule, safety, etc. as they arise
• Able to operate jib cranes and fork lifts to facilitate positioning of weldments
• Able to make roll and positioner set ups and assembly of simple, smaller weldments on same

Working Hours

• 2nd shift - 2:30pm - 10:30pm

Qualifications

Education: Associate\'s degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or three (3) years minimum of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Additional Information

Why American Hydro?

Because we seek to hire the best people, we work hard to provide benefits that make their lives better, so we offer a comprehensive benefit program which features:

• health coverage for you and your family through medical, dental and vision plans
• a 401(k) plan with a generous company match
• financial protection through life, and accidental death & dismemberment insurance plans
• tax advantages through flexible spending accounts that allow you to pay for specific health-care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars
• a generous paid time off program in which the benefits increase along with your tenure with the company
• Competitive rate $22-35 an hour based on experience plus $2 hr. shift differential
• Positive culture

When you join our team, you do more than simply switch companies to progress your career. You become part of our family, a group of talented women and men who drive business success.

If you are looking for a long-term career with a company that promotes safety, success, and growth apply today!

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Industrious Group and its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit and business need.