Structural Welder FCAW Expert in Metal Building Fabrication

Whirlwind Steel Buildings Inc; Alabama; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

health insurance

401(k) plan

paid time off

Job summary

Whirlwind Steel Buildings Inc in Alabama is seeking a structural welder to join our production team. You will perform FCAW welding, pass visual tests per AWS D1.1, and complete CJ penetrations to pass UT while reading weld drawings.

Responsibilities include adjusting equipment, welding in multiple positions, inspecting welds, and collaborating with peers to meet daily goals. Safety and quality are top priorities in this full-time role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a current welding certification.
• Minimum 2 years welding experience.
• Experience operating an overhead crane.
• Ability to accurately read and interpret welding detail drawings.
• Must be able to apply an acceptable weld to pass visual test in accordance with AWS D1.1.
• Must be able to apply an acceptable Complete Joint Penetration weld to pass Ultrasonic test in accordance with AWS D1.1.
• Familiarity with welding equipment and tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality products.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and willingness to follow them rigorously.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret shop details to determine specific welding requirements.
• Adjust the welding unit to obtain amperage and voltage as specified by Whirlwind Standard.
• Manually guide electrode or gun along weld line, maintaining arc length and speed to form specified depth of fusion and bead.
• 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 sound metal all flanges and connection plates to ensure a CJ penetration weld passing UT.
• Weld to pass a visual inspection test in accordance with AWS D1.1.
• Adhere to safety protocols and report any safety issues to the supervisor.
• Collaborate with team members, supervisors, and quality control to resolve issues and maintain production.
• Strive to maximize productivity and minimize downtime.
• Meet or exceed daily production goals.

Skills

Welding

FCAW

Reading weld drawings

Overhead crane operation

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Welding certification

Tools

Welding equipment

Overhead crane

Job description

Whirlwind Steel Buildings Inc in Alabama is seeking a structural welder to join our production team. You will perform FCAW welding, pass visual tests per AWS D1.1, and complete CJ penetrations to pass UT while reading weld drawings.

Responsibilities include adjusting equipment, welding in multiple positions, inspecting welds, and collaborating with peers to meet daily goals. Safety and quality are top priorities in this full-time role.