Hand Arc Welder - Precision Fabrication & Assembly

Rheem Manufacturing Company; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hand Arc Welder position at Rheem Manufacturing Company in Montgomery, AL, focuses on fabricating metal components for the Water Heating Division using arc welding. You will set up equipment, position parts, and weld in flat, horizontal, and vertical orientations to meet specifications.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, at least one year of welding experience, and the ability to become a certified welder within one year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year welding experience preferred.
• Must be able to become a certified welder within one year.
• Frequent lifting and physical activity required.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate metal objects by welding parts using arc welding equipment.
• Position metal objects for welding.
• Set and adjust welding power source and wire feeder for proper amperage/voltage.
• Weld in flat, horizontal, and vertical positions.
• Inspect finished work for conformance to specifications.
• Maintain good housekeeping in work area.
• Follow all departmental safety requirements.

Skills

Arc welding

Welding safety

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Welding certification or coursework (helpful)

Tools

Mig welder

Stick welder

PPE (face shield, clothing)

Job description

Job Description

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Job Description

The Hand Arc Welder will serve our Water Heating Division, located in Montgomery, AL.

Responsibilities

• Must be able to fabricate metal objects by welding metal parts together using arc welding equipment.
• Must be able to properly place metal objects in position where welding is to be performed.
• Must be able to set and adjust welding power source and wire feeder to insure proper amperage and voltage output.
• Must be able to select appropriate size and composition of electrode and properly mount in holder.
• Repairs broken or cracked parts, fills holes and increases size of metal parts, using welding equipment.
• Welds in flat, horizontal, or vertical position.
• Cleans or degreases parts, using wire brush, portable grinder, or chemical bath.
• Chips or grinds off excess weld, slag, or spatter, using hand scrapper or power chipper, portable grinder or arc-cutting equipment.
• Positions workpieces and clamps together or assembles in jigs or fixtures.
• Inspects finished workpiece for conformance to specifications.
• Must be able to successfully weld parts together using a mig or stick welder.
• Must be able to rotate to other areas for ergonomic safety.
• Maintain good housekeeping in work area.
• Inspect units or parts for defects and workmanship.
• Observe all departmental safety requirements.
• Work from written or verbal orders.
• May be exposed to high noise levels.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Background/Experience: A minimum of one year prior work experience as a Hand Arc Welder and/or an Associate's Degree or certificate in Welding Technology is helpful but not required.
• Must be able to become a certified welder at the end of one year.
• Continuous lifting of 5-25 lbs.
• Frequent lifting of 25-60 lbs.
• Occasional lifting of 60+ lbs.
• Frequent strain due to position and unsupported lifting.
• Position will require the use of personal protective equipment to include, but not limited to, a face shield, respirator and protective clothing.