2nd Shift Structural Welder

PrideStaff; Arizona; On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

PrideStaff is seeking experienced Structural Welders for 1st and 2nd shift in Arizona. You will read blueprints, set up and operate welding equipment, and weld wide flange and heavy plate using GMAW with multi-pass fillets and penetrations. Overhead crane experience is a plus.

Applicants must be able to pass a physical exam, work 10-hour shifts Mon-Thu 3:30 PM–2:00 AM with overtime on Fridays when needed, and maintain quality welds while adhering to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience reading blueprints to obtain information for welds and thickness.
• Experience with structural welds including wide flange and heavy plate.
• Proficient in GMAW welding with multi-pass fillets and penetrations.

Responsibilities

• Operate welding machines and position welding equipment to weld plates to beams.
• Load weld wire spools as required and prepare weld surfaces.
• Follow instructions and work with minimal supervision.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety around overhead crane operations.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GMAW welding

Overhead crane operation

Physical strength

Tools

Welding machines

Needle gun

Overhead crane

Job description

Job Description

Structural Welders 1st and 2nd Shift

Shift/Hours: Mon - Thur. - 3:30 PM to 2:00 AM 10 hours 4 day a week some OT on Friday's when needed

Pay Rate: $22.00 + DOE

Job Duties:

• Run overhead crane system to handle steel beams, plates and assemblies
• Read blueprint drawings to obtain necessary information to apply correct weld and thickness
• Operate all welding machines and position welding and needle guns to perform all required welding operations, including connecting cables from power source to welder; striking arc; guiding electrode along lines to weld plate to beam; apply needle gun to clean weld and remove slag.
• Load weld wire spools as required
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

Individuals must have adequate strength, mobility, dexterity, vision, hearing, ability to wear a respirator, and stamina to perform the following requirements: We are looking for experienced STRUCTURAL welders experienced in welding wide flange and heavy plate with fillet welds, multi-pass fillets, partial joint penetration and full joint penetration welds utilizing GMAW welding procedures. We are not looking for stick welders, automotive or equipment type welders, tig welders, etc. Our requirements are for strictly experienced

• Moving and handling steel requires utilizing grabs and chains (weight 10 – 50lbs) secure beam for lifting with overhead crane.
• Familiarity with use of .045 hard wire in a spray arc style is preferred
• Utilize welding machines continuously, loading weld equipment cutting equipment, using needle gun to clean slag
• Individual should be able to follow instructions well and work without constant supervision.
• Abel to pass physical exam.

Company Description

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