Welder

Schwarze Industries, Inc.; Richmond, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

401(k) with match

Paid Vacation

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Old Dominion Brush Company (ODB) in Richmond, Virginia, is seeking a Welder to join the Welding and Fabrication department. The role involves laying out, fitting and welding fabricated steel frames and parts on the production floor, and verifying welds against blueprints.

Under supervision, the Welder will perform MIG welding and some TIG welding, operate basic hand tools and PPE, and contribute to a busy manufacturing environment with strong safety practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year working in metal fabrication/manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Experience with welding in Fab shop is a plus; JD Edwards experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Welds in vertical, flat, horizontal or overhead positions.
• Lays out, fits and welds fabricated steel frames and parts on production floor.
• Reads blueprints and uses measuring tools to verify weld locations and tolerances.
• Operates torch, plasma cutter or grinder and finishes metal components.
• Ensures safety and uses PPE as required.
• Performs MIG welding and some TIG welding.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Reading blueprints

Education

High school diploma or GED

Welding training/certification

Tools

JD Edwards

Job description

Old Dominion Brush Company (ODB) is accepting applications to fill the position of Welder in the department of Welding and Fabrication in Richmond, Virginia. Our Parent Company is Alamo Group.

The Welder, under moderate to minimal supervision (depending upon experience), lays out, fits and welds fabricated steel frames and/or metal parts on production floor using welding equipment. Measures and marks locations for metal components on assembly table following blueprints. Verifies position of metal components in assembly using straight edge, combination square and rule.

Why ODB?

The ODB (Old Dominion Brush) Company has been manufacturing municipal products since 1910. ODB has been in the street sweeper and debris collection equipment business for over 115 years with the knowledge and experience that is second to none. Using our 200,000 square foot state-of-the-art manufacturing facility and high volume purchasing, ODB offers the highest quality street sweeper brushes, brooms, and replacement parts at competitive prices.

ODB offers competitive pay and a wide range of employee benefits including:

• Military-Friendly Employer – V3 Certified
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Program with a Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays
• Company Paid Short and Long-Term Disability Programs
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Training and Development Programs
• Employee Tuition Reimbursement
• Located 3 blocks from Bus Stop
• And much more where Safety is Priority #1

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Adjusts and uses torch and plasma cutter and/or grinder properly in standard/non-standard positions following engineering drawings.
• Welds in vertical, flat, horizontal or overhead positions.
• Uses basic hand tools, such as tape measure, square, clamps, etc., to verify proper weld application and quality of weldments.
• Examines work piece for defects and ensures conformance with specifications.
• Welds out components previously tack welded by experienced welders.
• Preps and finishes metal components by grinding or sanding.
• Operates material handling equipment. Operates overhead crane/hoist.
• Responsible for movement of material or product and proper storage.
• Must be physically able to wear required appropriate personal protective equipment including welding helmet, gloves, protective apron and/or leather attire, hearing protection, safety glasses, steel toe shoes and fresh air/forced air respirator as required.
• Performs MIG welding and some TIG welding.
• Reliable and punctual attendance.
• All other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s):

• Experience in MIG welding with some TIG welding
• Ability to read and understand English
• Capable of performing standard measurements. Ability to read a tape measure in American measurements; ability to use other measuring devices and understand fractions, decimals, and dimensions
• Ability to read drawings and blueprints
• Ability to adhere to company safety expectations and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Ability to multitask in fast-paced environment
• Ability to work alone and as part of a team
• Mechanical aptitude and demonstrates initiative; willingness to be flexible and learn and work in all welding areas
• Understand basic procedure of voltage and amp settings for given requirements

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED certificate preferred. Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous education in or minimum of one year working in a metal fabrication-manufacturing environment. Vocational education in welding may contribute to experience.
• Fab shop and welding experience a plus.
• Experience with JD Edwards helpful.

Working Conditions:

• Use hands or fingers to handle or feel
• Reach with hands and arms
• Good Hearing
• Lift, pull and push up to 35 pounds without assistance