Shop Welder

North American Drillers LLC; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Morgantown is seeking a Welder to utilize TIG and MIG welding processes to fabricate metal components according to specifications. The candidate must have over a year of welding experience and be proficient in both vertical and horizontal welding tasks. Responsibilities include preparing materials for welding and ensuring all work adheres to safety standards. Applicants should be capable of using various hand tools and welding equipment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of welding/fabrication experience required.
• Ability to tack up structures to high tolerance and weld out to exact tolerances.
• Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at work.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes TIG and MIG welding processes to weld milled steel, aluminum, and stainless steel.
• Executes vertical and horizontal welding tasks.
• Prepares material for welding by cutting or grinding.

Skills

Ability to read prints and understand weld symbols

Capable of setup, layout and tack up of various metals

Ability to meet safety standards in appropriate rigging procedures

Job description

The Welder will utilize various welding techniques to weld and fabricate metal components as specified by blueprints, work orders, and/or oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Executes work in accordance with company safety policies and safe work procedures.
• Utilizes TIG and MIG welding processes to weld milled steel, aluminum and stainless steel.
• Utilize blueprints to fabricate needed materials/part/components.
• Preparation of material for welding by cutting or grinding using pipe cutters, hammer and chisel, cutting torch, and/or grinder.
• Set material in stands, racks, hoists, etc. for welding.
• Buffs and/or grinds milled steel, aluminum and stainless steel.
• Properly utilizes all hand tools and welding equipment to execute assignments.
• Executes vertical and horizontal welding tasks.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor as needed.

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read prints and understand weld symbols
• Capable of setup, layout and tack up of various metals
• Ability to tack up structures to high tolerance and weld out to exact tolerances
• Ability to meet safety standards in appropriate rigging procedures
• Ability to move parts throughout fabrication facility

Experience

• 1+ years of welding/fabrication experience required

Physical Requirements

• The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, life vest, respirators, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done.
• Walking, stepping, climbing or otherwise moving from one location on the job site to another, and normally involves physically getting into and out of equipment through the use of vertical mounted ladders up to and including 10’ or more in height.
• Visually seeing equipment operations well (either naturally or with corrective lenses).
• Standing, stooping kneeling, squatting, climbing or sitting for long periods of time.
• Repetitive movements by feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands and back in performance of work.
• Climbing vertical ladders.
• Working at elevated heights.
• Lifting 50 lb. objects as required.
• Carrying 50 lb. objects as required.
• Adapting to outdoor conditions and prolonged exposure.
• Remaining calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident.
• Exposure to working outdoors in all-weather conditions.
• Ability to work more than 40 hours in any given week including weekend assignments as required.

Licenses or Certifications

• MSHA Part 48 Training Certificate Preferred
• OSHA 10 Preferred

EEO

• North American Drillers LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabilities and protected veteran status.

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Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabilities and protected veteran status.

The Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Company complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.