Structural Welder/Fitter - Big Lake, AK - Competitive pay and Federal Health Benefits offered!

NANA Construction; Big Lake (AK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NANA Construction, LLC is seeking a skilled Structural Welder/Fitter to join our Big Lake facility team. The role involves welding in multiple positions, inspecting welds, and preparing pieces for assembly. Strong emphasis on flux core welding and reading prints will be essential.

Candidates should have at least 1 year of relevant experience, ability to pass 3G/4G tests, and a valid driver’s license. Safety and reliability are core expectations for this hands-on fabrication position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent or ten (10) years Structural Welder/Fitter experience will be considered.
• Minimum one (1) year experience as a Structural Welder/Fitter.
• Must be able to pass structural welding tests that will include multi process in 3G and 4G positions.
• Wire feed flux core experience a must (Equipment used at the Big Lake Facility includes Lincoln Invertec v350 and LN 25)
• Knowledge of industrial construction and familiarity with all equipment and functions related to the position.
• Driver’s license and acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years to be eligible under vehicle insurance policy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welds in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Examines weld for size and other specifications.
• Cleans weld joint or work piece.
• Chips off excess weld, slag, and spatter.
• Preheats work piece with hand torch when required.
• Uses fabrication tools to perform layout and erect.
• Works from ladders and scaffolding to fit together large assemblies.
• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
• Other duties that are pertinent to the department or unit’s success also may be assigned.

Skills

1 year welder/fitter experience

3G and 4G welding tests

Flux core welding

Industrial construction knowledge

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Lincoln Invertec v350

LN 25

Job description

Job Description

The position will require a general knowledge of fabrication including reading and understanding prints, Multiple welding processes such as SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, And a general knowledge of common fabrication tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Welds in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Examines weld for size and other specifications.
• Cleans weld joint or work piece.
• Chips off excess weld, slag, and spatter.
• Preheats work piece with hand torch when required.
• Uses fabrication tools to perform layout and erect.
• Works from ladders and scaffolding to fit together large assemblies.
• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
• Other duties that are pertinent to the department or unit’s success also may be assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent or ten (10) years Structural Welder/Fitter experience will be considered.
• Minimum one (1) year experience as a Structural Welder/Fitter.
• Must be able to pass structural welding tests that will include multi process in 3G and 4G positions.
• Wire feed flux core experience a must (Equipment used at the Big Lake Facility includes Lincoln Invertec v350 and LN 25)
• Knowledge of industrial construction and familiarity with all equipment and functions related to the position.
• Driver’s license and acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years to be eligible under vehicle insurance policy preferred.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to high, precarious places; outside weather conditions and extreme cold. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud. The shifts vary from 8hr to 12hr and from 5 days to 7 days a week depending on work load.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear, and is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit. Steel toed boots are required on the job.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Travel may require an employee or contractor to pass a TSA security checkpoint. If the employee or contractor does not have valid identification, they will not be able to travel until valid identification is obtained and verified. For this reason all employees and contractors must have valid identification when traveling to and from the remote site, for a list of TSA approved valid identification visit https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/identification.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Analytical - Uses intuition and experience to complement data.

Design - Demonstrates attention to detail.

Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

Team Work - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed; Recognizes accomplishments of other team members.

Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values.

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.