Welder

ODB Company; Richmond, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) retirement with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Disability programs

Training and development

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Old Dominion Brush Company (ODB) in Richmond, VA is seeking a Welder to lay out, fit and weld fabricated steel frames on the production floor. You will follow blueprints, measure components, and verify weld quality while using torch, plasma cutter, and grinder.

The role requires MIG welding with TIG as needed, reading drawings, and adhering to PPE guidelines. Prior fabrication experience and reliability are valued in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Experience in MIG/TIG welding and reading blueprints.
• Previous metal fabrication experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welds in vertical, flat, horizontal or overhead positions per engineering drawings.
• Reads blueprints and lays out components.
• Uses torch, plasma cutter and grinder as needed for weld prep and finishing.
• Preps and finishes metal parts by grinding or sanding.
• Operates overhead crane/hoist and material handling equipment.
• Maintains safety PPE and a clean, organized work area.
• Performs quality checks on welds and tolerances.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Reading blueprints

Reading tape measure

Safety PPE compliance

Teamwork

Multitasking

Mechanical aptitude

Voltage/amp settings understanding

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year metal fabrication environment

Welding vocational education

Fabrication experience a plus

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
• Lift, pull and push up to 36 to over 100 pounds with assistance
• Stand, walk on a concrete surface
• Climb up to 4 feet
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Work in wet or humid conditions (non-weather)
• Work near moving mechanical parts
• Work around fumes or airborne particles

Position has the following vision requirements:

• Close and distance vision
• Ability to distinguish colors and shades of color
• Peripheral vision
• Depth perception
• Ability to adjust focus

Work performed in a loud manufacturing environment

Notes:

Machinery used includes welder, cutting torch, grinder/sander, pallet jack, drill

Wage range is $20 to $25/hour commensurate with experience

The above information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to be construed as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of employees so classified

Overview

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

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.

EEO Statement

EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled. Drug Free Workplace.

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Alamo Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity, Aff-ective Action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing (where permitted by law).

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