Senior Welder: Lead & Train on Wind Tower Fabrication

Arcosa Inc.; Belen (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcosa Wind Towers in Belen, NM seeks an Expert Welder to join our manufacturing team. You will apply FCAW welding, read blueprints, and ensure quality through UT inspections, gouging, and multi-pass welds. The role emphasizes safety, record-keeping, and training junior welders.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of welding experience and a high school diploma or GED, with proficiency in welding procedures, maps, and measurements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years verifiable welding experience with 1/16" FCAW groove welds in the flat position.
• Welders must be able to consistently pass UT inspection on a daily basis.
• Must be proficient in gouging and familiar with Weld Procedures and Weld Maps.
• Read Tape Measure, perform Visual Inspection, and read blueprints.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Proficiently perform welding in the flat position and operate torches.
• Lay out and mark weld points and read blueprints.
• Inspect completed work for conformance to specifications using measuring devices.
• Complete and maintain all required records and perform multi-pass welding.
• Coach and train lower level welders and maintain attendance.
• Follow safety practices and participate in safety initiatives.

Skills

Welding experience

UT inspection

Gouging

Weld procedures

Weld maps

Blueprint reading

Tape measure

Visual inspection

Maintenance on welding equipment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Arcosa Wind Towers in Belen, NM seeks an Expert Welder to join our manufacturing team. You will apply FCAW welding, read blueprints, and ensure quality through UT inspections, gouging, and multi-pass welds. The role emphasizes safety, record-keeping, and training junior welders.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of welding experience and a high school diploma or GED, with proficiency in welding procedures, maps, and measurements.