Weld Fabricator (W-1) 3rd Shift

Xylem; Town of Cheektowaga (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Volunteer program and Watermark

Inclusive, equal opportunity employer

Shift differential

Job summary

Xylem in Cheektowaga, NY, is seeking a skilled welder/fabrication technician to join our manufacturing team. You will perform welding and brazing on heat exchanger components, set up equipment, read blueprints, and ensure parts meet ASME IX standards.

This role requires 1–2 years of experience and completion of vocational welding training. We offer competitive pay with a $0.85 shift differential, a manufacturing-focused environment, and opportunities for growth within a global leader in water

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with vocational welding training.
• 1–2 years welding fabrication experience and ability to read blueprints.
• Must pass welding test and hold ASME Certification or be able to obtain.
• Ability to operate welding equipment and follow ASME IX standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding and brazing on heat exchanger products per ASME Code and Mil Spec.
• Set up welding equipment, position and clamp materials to spec.
• Read drawings and use measuring tools to verify dimensions.
• Maintain cleanliness and prepare parts and materials.
• Adhere to safety and quality procedures; participate in qualification tests.

Skills

Welding proficiency

Blueprint reading

Quality-oriented

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Vocational welding training

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Performs all levels of welding-brazing and set-up on Heat Exchanger Product. In accordance with ASME Code and Mil Spec. Requirements, must pass welding and set-up performance qualification tests. Position requires a broad knowledge of welding technology and experience. Methods applied and welding assignments may vary depending on skills and welding ability.
• Select and set-up welding equipment required, position, jig up or clamp material to be welded or brazed to dimensional requirements. Adjust current input, select gas to obtain proper weld for maximum strength.
• Works from drawings, specifications. Use of scale, square, protractor, templates, straight edge, plumbline and fixed gauges.
• Requires ASME Certification, military certificate (brazing) and knowledge of ASME Section IX Standards.
• Cleans parts and welds by appropriate means.
• Obtains parts and materials within the department.
• Clean up debris after completing each job.
• Additional duties and responsibilities may be required based on organizational needs.
• Payrate $33.78/hour plus $0.85 shift differential

Qualifications

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a vocational school in welding practices

Experience

• 1 to 2 years of fabrication set-up and welding
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints.
• Must pass a welding test.

Physical Demands

• Lifting (30-35 lbs.), manufacturing floor environment
• Regularly required to sit or stand, reach, bend and move about the facility.
• Regularly required to listen, talk to, and see employees on a daily basis.

Work Environment

• Typical Manufacturing environment

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.

At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Aff…

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