1st/2nd Class Mechanic (Welder) 2nd/3rd Shifts Available

Caldwell Tanks; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 30,686 - 43,704; Full time

Job summary

Caldwell Tanks seeks a skilled welder at its Louisville, KY plant to assemble and weld tank components. You will read blueprints, perform welds with required penetration, and layout fabrication work for tank parts. Use overhead cranes or forklift as needed and maintain clean, safe work practices.

The role requires adherence to quality standards and teamwork in a dynamic plant environment. This is a full-time, on-site position with a hourly wage of $27.00.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints and sketches (1st Class only).
• Perform welding with 100% penetration x-ray quality (1st Class only).
• Layout work for fabrication of tank parts (1st Class only).
• Material handling using cranes, trucks, or forklift (1st or 2nd Class).

Responsibilities

• Assemble and join tank parts via welding.
• Follow safety and quality procedures.
• Operate equipment and perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Welding

Overhead crane operation

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Location: Corporate Office - Louisville, KY 40219
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $27.00 - $27.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage: None
Job Category: Construction
Department: Plant
Reports to: Team Supervisor

Basic Function

Assembles and joins, through welding all types of tank parts and components.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Read and understand blueprints and sketches (1st Class only).
• Perform 100% penetration x-ray quality welds (1st Class only).
• Layout work required for the fabrication of tank parts and components (1st Class only).
• Material handling using overhead cranes, trucks, or forklift (1st or 2nd Class).
• Buring of parts and components (1st or 2nd Class).
• Fit-up and welding tasks of all tank part components (1st Class only).
• General Housekeeping (1st or 2nd Class).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Standards of Performance

• Core Values – Aligns with the core values of the organization. Demonstrates and nurtures core values in other Team members. Teaches core values to new Team members.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions.
• Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget.
• Technical Skills - Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Keeps emotions under control.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Visionary Leadership – Inspires respect and trust.
• Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results.
• Quality Management - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions.
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Conserves organizational resources.
• Inclusion - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports; Makes timely decisions.
• Motivation - Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles.
• Planning/Organizing – Ability to perform independently with strong time management skills.
• Professionalism - Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures.
• Adaptability - Manages competing demands; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability - Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Initiative - Undertakes self-development activities.
• Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness.

Mental and Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Internal and external work environment at the construction site. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Education, Experience, and Training

High School diploma or GED; or one to three months related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

Current driver’s license with clear motor vehicle record.

Personal Hygiene

No beards when fit test is required.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, sketches, shipping lists, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to speak effectively with team supervisor and other team members.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to read a tape measure. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Equipment and Tools

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change.