Structural Welder

LPR Construction; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid vacation

6 paid holidays

Job summary

LPR Construction is seeking a Structural Welder in Louisville, KY under supervision to weld structural members using SMAW and FCAW according to LPR procedures and approved weld tests.

Candidates must certify in LPR welding procedures and complete the required tests, including 1" plate with steel backing using self-shielded NR-233 wire for 3G/4G positions and Stick 7018 welding. Emphasis is on safety, quality, and adherence to job specifications.

Qualifications

• Must weld structural members using SMAW and FCAW per job specifications.
• Must certify in LPR welding procedures before employment.
• Tests include 1” plate with steel backing, self-shielded NR-233 wire for 3G/4G, and NR-7018 stick tests.

Responsibilities

• Weld structural members according to WPS and plans.
• Plan, lay out, assemble, install and repair structural members as per specs.
• Read and interpret plans and specifications.
• Use hand and power tools to measure, cut, assemble, weld, and install steel components.
• Maintain safe and clean job site in compliance with policies.

Skills

Welding SMAW

Welding FCAW

Blueprint reading

Safety procedures

Quality inspection

Education

NCCER Certification for Craft

Job description

Under supervision, the Structural welder is responsible for welding structural members with welding procedures SMAW and/or FCAW.

• Must certify in welding procedures for LPR (See weld test pre-employment requirements below)

Must certify in welding procedures for LPR to be employed (Weld test requirement below)

• 1” plate with steel backing, self-shielded flux core 3G and 4G positions. No gas shielded testing. (weld Innershield NR-233 wire)
• Stick weld test 7018 3G and 4G

Required Skills

• Join structural members together with welding procedures SMAW and/or FCAW.
• Perform work safely, complying with LPR policies at all times.
• Plan, lay-out, assembly, install and/or repair all types of structural members and related parts in accordance with the job specifications and plans.
• Use appropriate hand and power tools to properly measure, cut, assemble, weld and install all types of structural steel pieces.
• Test installed pieces and install all other related items in accordance with the applicable plans and specifications.
• Weld components according to the governing code and associated welding procedure specification (WPS).
• Follow established jobsite safety and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work area.
• Read and understand plans and specifications. Visualize two dimensional drawings in three dimensions.
• Perform all other job-related duties as requested by supervisor.

Required Experience

• NCCER Certification for Craft preferred

Be part of LPR’s Team!

• Medical insurance and other insurance benefits available.
• Paid vacation & 6 paid holidays after 1 year of service.

LPR provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.