Welder

Kids for the Future; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future in Lynchburg, VA is hiring a Level C Welder to fit and weld mild-steel components using MIG welding. This role emphasizes consistent workmanship, safety, and meeting visual and structural standards.

Candidates should have at least 2 years welding experience, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to read blueprints, use a tape measure, and lift up to 50 lbs. Overtime and teamwork are part of the job.

Qualifications

• 2 years minimum experience in welding
• English speaking, reading and writing required
• Math skills at a minimum of 10th grade level
• Basic computer skills preferred

Responsibilities

• Fit and weld mild-steel components using MIG welding
• Produce visually and structurally acceptable weld beads
• Uphold safety procedures and maintain good housekeeping in welding shop
• Safely use hand tools, electric tools, grinders, and power equipment
• Stand for long periods (9–10 hours) and lift up to 50 lbs as needed
• Read and interpret basic welding blueprints and use tape measure to 1/16 in
• Receive direction and apply corrective instruction from supervisor
• Possess flexibility for overtime/weekends to meet ship dates
• Collaborate with others and work with limited supervision
• Additional duties may be assigned by management

Skills

Math skills

English (speaking, reading, writing)

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Location 6 Millrace Drive,Lynchburg, VA, 24502-4342,United States
• Base Pay $20.00 - $23.00 / Hour
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree NONE
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Phone [phone]

Description

The Level C Welder is responsible for fitting and welding mild-steel components using the MIG welding process. This position requires consistent workmanship, adherence to safety procedures, and the ability to produce welds that meet visual and structural quality expectations. Expectations for the candidate are as follows:

• Must be able to produce a visually and structurally acceptable weld bead on a consistent basis
• Must comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping around the welding shop
• Must be able to safely use hand tools, electric tools, and power equipment, including grinders, vertical band saws, and hydraulic presses. Must show the ability to stand for long periods of time in one area (at least 9 to 10 hours per day)
• Must be able to safely lift up to 50 lbs. as required by assigned work
• Must check quality standards in workmanship including but not limited to weld penetration and appearance, placement of welded pieces in conjunction with blueprint, overall satisfactory operation of machine once completed
• Must be able to receive direction, feedback, and corrective instruction from the supervisor and apply that guidance to assigned work
• Must be able to comply with all required hours asked to work including overtime/weekends for jobs to meet ship dates
• Must be able to work effectively with others while also performing assigned tasks with limited supervision. This includes identifying problems, diagnosing issues, and contributing to practical solutions
• Additional duties may be assigned by management.

Requirements

The individual must have the following basic requirements:

• 2 years minimum experience in the welding industry. This can be on the job experience and/or vocational/trade school experience
• High school diploma or GED candidates PREFERRED:
• English speaking, reading and writing
• Math skills at a minimum of a 10th grade level
• Basic computer skills

The individual must have a sufficient working knowledge of the following:

• Previous welding experience using 0.045\" hard wire with 75/25 gas on mild steel
• Ability to read and interpret basic welding blueprints
• Must be able to read a tape measure to the 1/16 of an inch
• Ability to perform basic diagnoses of welding machines and troubleshoot welder