Welder

United Infrastructure; South Carolina; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly Competitive Salaries

Generous Performance Bonuses

Comprehensive Health Plans

401k Savings Plan with Matching Contributions

Training and Certification Assistance

Job summary

A leading transportation construction firm in South Carolina seeks a skilled Welder to join its construction team. The ideal candidate will specialize in fabricating and assembling metal structures, requiring certification in Flux Core welding and the ability to interpret blueprints. Candidates must possess a strong understanding of trigonometry and be able to perform precise work in various positions. The company offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including performance bonuses and health plans.

Qualifications

• Must be certified in Flux Core welding for various positions.
• Ability to work from blueprints and verbal instructions.
• Understand material properties and fabrication techniques.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and assemble metal structures like Overhead Bridge Cranes.
• Set up and operate fabricating machines.
• Perform quality checks during fabrication.

Skills

Flux Core Welding

Trigonometry

Manual Dexterity

Tools

Welders

Flame Cutters

Drill Presses

Job description

United Infrastructure Group continues to be a leader in the transportation construction industry in the southeast with a 100+ year history of delivering successful projects by hiring exceptional employees to work in a professional family environment. UIG is committed to developing the best workforce possible by constantly recruiting, training, and promoting construction industry professionals throughout our organization.

Our comprehensive benefits package is custom designed to achieve that goal through access to the following benefits:

• Highly Competitive Salaries
• Generous Performance Bonuses
• Robust Subsistence Allowances
• Comprehensive Health Plans (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Strong 401k Savings and Profit-Sharing Plan with 100% Matching Contributions up to 4% of compensation
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Training, Education, Certification, and Qualification Assistance

Note: Benefits may vary based on position and length of employment.

As a Welder at UIG, you will be a vital part of our construction team, specializing in fabricating and assembling metal structures and products. This position requires expertise in using welders, cutters, and shapers to create high-quality metal components. The Welder must be certified in Flux Core welding for flat, vertical, and overhead positions and possess the skills to work from blueprints, job orders, and verbal instructions to fabricate and assemble Overhead Bridge Cranes. A strong understanding of trigonometry, material properties, and fabrication techniques is essential.

Typical Duties include but are not limited to:

• Follow safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Fabricate and assemble metal structures and products, such as Overhead Bridge Cranes, according to job orders, blueprints, and verbal instructions.
• Develop layout and plan the sequence of operations, applying knowledge of trigonometry, stock allowances for material thickness, machine and welding shrinkage, and the physical properties of metals.
• Set up and operate fabricating machines, including welders, punches, flame cutters, and drill presses.
• Ensure machines are properly maintained and in good working condition.
• Perform quality checks throughout the fabrication and assembly process to ensure high standards are met.

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience:

• Able to weld components that are vertical, flat, or overhead.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.
• Able to see details at close range.
• Able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Able to traverse facilities and machinery by climbing, balancing, lifting, walking, stooping, and carrying materials.

REQUIREMENTS: ALL Applicants must be:

• 18 years of Age
• Able to pass a Drug Test
• Legally Eligible to Work in the US
• Open to working different shifts if needed by the project
• Must have reliable transportation to and from jobsite every workday (driver's license preferred)
• Willingness to travel for project requirements (multi-state opportunities)

UIG IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY (EOE) AFFIRMATIVE ACTION (AA) EMPLOYER

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