Submerged Arc Welder – Day Shift, Pole Fabrication

Crest Operations, LLC; Pineville, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

DIS-TRAN Steel in Pineville, LA is seeking a Submerged Arc Welder for the Day Shift to operate a seam welding machine and perform routine maintenance. You will read tape measures, interpret blueprints, and verify parts to required tolerances in a steel plant.

The role requires reading reports, basic math, and the ability to pass a Welder I certification. On-site training will be provided, and the team performs strict safety checks daily.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret typed reports and schedules required.
• Ability to interpret blueprints required.
• Ability to read a tape measure required.
• Certifications or prior experience using moving machinery, such as cranes, preferred.
• Must complete on-site training and demonstrate safe operation of machinery.

Responsibilities

• Welds using a submerged arc welding machine.
• Must be able to pass Welder I certification test.
• Performs a visual inspection of the machinery prior to operation.
• Measures and adjust hydraulic arms to receive material based on diameter.
• Loads & unloads shells from the machine using the overhead crane with the proper lifting equipment (chains, plate clamps).
• Runs welding machine within parameters using predetermined settings.
• Adjust welding machine settings based on the thickness and type of pole being ran.
• Ability to adjust welding machine based on auditory and visual cues.
• Stops welding machine to remove finished product, maintenance, or replace consumables.

Skills

Tape measure reading

Blueprint interpretation

Math aptitude

Quality inspection

Reading schedules/reports

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Overhead crane operation

CNC machinery operation

Job description

DIS-TRAN Steel in Pineville, LA is seeking a Submerged Arc Welder for the Day Shift to operate a seam welding machine and perform routine maintenance. You will read tape measures, interpret blueprints, and verify parts to required tolerances in a steel plant.

The role requires reading reports, basic math, and the ability to pass a Welder I certification. On-site training will be provided, and the team performs strict safety checks daily.