Structural Welder — AWS D1.1 Certified, CJ Pen Test Ready

Whirlwind Steel Buildings and Components; Tallapoosa (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Whirlwind Steel Buildings and Components in Georgia is hiring a full-time structural welder to join our metal fabrication team. You will weld parts using FCAW, perform welds to pass AWS D1.1 visual tests, and ensure Complete Joint Penetration welds meet ultrasonic testing standards.

Responsibilities include reading shop drawings, setting amperage and voltage, welding in multiple positions, inspecting bead quality, and collaborating with QC to maintain production goals while adhering to safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a current welding certification.
• Minimum 2 years welding experience.
• Experience operating an overhead crane.
• Ability to read and interpret welding detail drawings.
• Must be able to apply an acceptable weld to pass visual test in accordance with AWS D1.1 and pass UT tests.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret shop details to determine welding requirements.
• Adjust welding unit amperage and voltage as specified by Whirlwind Standard.
• Weld in flat, horizontal, and vertical positions using FCAW.
• Visual examine weld for bead size and other specifications.
• Identity finished parts using Welder’s Identification number.
• Back gouge to ensure a Complete Joint Penetration Weld passes ultrasonic test.
• Weld to pass a visual inspection test in accordance with AWS D1.1.
• Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines.
• Collaborate with team members, supervisors, and quality control personnel to resolve issues.
• Strive to maximize productivity and meet daily production goals.

Skills

Welding

Read and interpret welding drawings

Safety-conscious

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Overhead crane operation

Job description

Whirlwind Steel Buildings and Components in Georgia is hiring a full-time structural welder to join our metal fabrication team. You will weld parts using FCAW, perform welds to pass AWS D1.1 visual tests, and ensure Complete Joint Penetration welds meet ultrasonic testing standards.

Responsibilities include reading shop drawings, setting amperage and voltage, welding in multiple positions, inspecting bead quality, and collaborating with QC to maintain production goals while adhering to safety