Fitter Welder 2nd Shift

ZipRecruiter; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Fitter Welder for the 2nd shift. In this role, you will safely fit and weld metal parts for asphalt plants and related components. Your expertise in MIG, TIG, and stick welding will be crucial as you ensure high-quality work while adhering to safety standards. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for overtime and skill improvement. Join a team that values quality and safety, and make a significant impact in the construction of essential infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate ability to MIG, TIG, and stick weld safely.
• Ability to read and understand weld symbols on drawings required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building asphalt plant equipment by fitting and welding metal parts.
• Inspect metal prior to welding for smoothness and acceptability.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Stick welding

Reading weld symbols

Using cranes

Using forklifts

Education

High school diploma or equivalent certification

Tools

Welding machine

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Job description

Job Description

FITTER WELDER - 2nd Shift

Pay Rate: $22.51 *Anything after 8hrs, in a single day, OT is paid! *

Schedule:

• 2nd Shift Schedule; 3:30 p.m. - 2:00 a.m.
• Five 10-hour shifts (Anything after 8hrs, in a single day, OT is paid!)
• Two 8-hour shifts on Saturdays per month

Summary of Position:

Under the direction of the Department Production Supervisor and in cooperation with the Team Lead, safely erect and fit together appropriate equipment and materials for the building of asphalt plants and related components.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the building of asphalt plant equipment and related components by safely and efficiently fitting and welding metal parts in a quality-conscious manner.
• Must be able to demonstrate ability to MIG weld, TIG weld, & stick weld (properly and safely).
• Inspect metal prior to welding for smoothness & acceptability; clean welds to presentable state (grinding operations).
• Ensure welding machine settings are appropriate for work to be performed.
• Trained and knowledgeable in PPE requirements for welding, including hood, filter shades, & arm/body protection.
• Always perform work to the utmost of one’s ability. Continuously strive to improve one’s work-related skills, efficiency, and the quality of output.

Required Qualifications:

• Ability & experience to properly & safely MIG, TIG, and stick weld.
• Ability to read & understand weld symbols on drawings required.
• Ability to safely use cranes & forklifts required.
• Must be able to pass a welding skills test.
• Fit-up knowledge & ability required.
• High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
• Must be able to work overtime

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 the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to risk of injury in a shop and warehouse environment and asphalt plant environment. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, and extreme heat. The noise level in the shop and asphalt plant environment is occasionally very loud.

Note: This job description is intended to be a general guideline of areas of responsibility. There will be incidental tasks not listed on a job description that arise at various times. These tasks are assigned to help the department and company and, as a member of the Astec, Inc. team, each employee is expected to help in these areas.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec does not discriminate based on creed, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, citizenship status, a person’s veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.