Welder

MillerWorks; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

MillerWorks in Tallahassee is seeking a skilled Welder to fit, weld, fabricate and repair metal components per drawings and specs. This role involves shop and site work, using welding processes to deliver quality, safe, and on-time results.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in welding within mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, or construction, with strong blueprint reading and fit-up skills, and a commitment to safety and teamwork. Competitive compensation and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum three (3) years of welding experience in mechanical, HVAC, plumbing or related construction operations.
• Preferred five (5) years of welding and fabrication experience.
• Knowledge of welding processes, symbols, tolerances, and applicable quality standards.
• Skill in reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, sketches, measurements, and fabrication details.
• Skill in setting up, adjusting, operating, and maintaining welding, cutting, grinding, and related fabrication equipment.
• Skill in fitting, aligning, cutting, forming, and welding metal components accurately in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
• Ability to inspect completed work, identify weld defects or dimensional issues, and make necessary corrections.
• Ability to accurately measure materials and components and perform basic trade-related calculations.
• Ability to work safely and effectively both independently and as part of a team while following established procedures, jobsite requirements, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Promote and demonstrate MillerWorks' Core Values of Dependability, Integrity, Hard Work, and Positive Attitude.
• Perform tack welding and finish welding of components and assemblies using appropriate welding processes and equipment.
• Cut, shape, fit, and prepare metal components using powered saws, shears, grinders, torches, and other hand or power tools.
• Install, repair, and modify mechanical equipment and components, including pumps, air handling units, valves, tanks, piping, and related systems.
• Perform welding in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions as required.
• Inspect completed welds and assist with testing procedures, including hydrostatic, radiographic, dimensional, or other inspections, to verify weld quality and conformance with applicable specifications.
• Grind, clean, and finish welded surfaces and metal components to remove rough spots, excess material, and imperfections.
• Heat, form, straighten, and dress metal components using hand tools, torches, and welding equipment.
• Set up and adjust welding equipment, including amperage, voltage, gas flow, and other settings, to achieve proper weld quality.
• Fabricate or utilize templates, jigs, fixtures, and other work aids to properly position, align, and secure components.
• Determine appropriate welding equipment, materials, techniques, and procedures based on drawings, specifications, materials, and job requirements.
• Follow applicable safety procedures and properly use required personal protective equipment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprints reading

Welding procedures

Fabrication

Safety compliance

Measurement accuracy

Team collaboration

Equipment setup

Metallurgy basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Welding equipment

Cutting and grinding tools

Measuring tools

Job description

MillerWorks is looking to fill a welder position in Tallahassee, FL. MillerWorks is a commercial plumbing and mechanical contractor built on quality, innovation, and dependable workmanship. Our team takes pride in delivering projects safely, correctly and ontime - the MillerWorks "Built to Build" promise.

Position Summary:

The Welder is responsible for fitting, welding, fabricating, and repairing metal components and mechanical equipment in accordance with drawings, specifications, and quality standards. This position uses welding and fabrication equipment to complete assigned work safely, accurately, and efficiently.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Promote and demonstrate MillerWorks' Core Values of Dependability, Integrity, Hard Work, and Positive Attitude.
• Perform tack welding and finish welding of components and assemblies using appropriate welding processes and equipment.
• Cut, shape, fit, and prepare metal components using powered saws, shears, grinders, torches, and other hand or power tools.
• Install, repair, and modify mechanical equipment and components, including pumps, air handling units, valves, tanks, piping, and related systems.
• Perform welding in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions as required.
• Inspect completed welds and assist with testing procedures, including hydrostatic, radiographic, dimensional, or other inspections, to verify weld quality and conformance with applicable specifications.
• Grind, clean, and finish welded surfaces and metal components to remove rough spots, excess material, and imperfections.
• Heat, form, straighten, and dress metal components using hand tools, torches, and welding equipment.
• Set up and adjust welding equipment, including amperage, voltage, gas flow, and other settings, to achieve proper weld quality.
• Fabricate or utilize templates, jigs, fixtures, and other work aids to properly position, align, and secure components.
• Determine appropriate welding equipment, materials, techniques, and procedures based on drawings, specifications, materials, and job requirements.
• Follow applicable safety procedures and properly use required personal protective equipment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of welding processes, techniques, equipment, and materials commonly used in commercial mechanical and construction applications.
• Knowledge of welding symbols, specifications, tolerances, and applicable quality standards.
• Knowledge of basic metallurgy and how material type, thickness, heat, and welding method affect weld quality and performance.
• Skill in reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, sketches, measurements, and fabrication details.
• Skill in setting up, adjusting, operating, and maintaining welding, cutting, grinding, and related fabrication equipment.
• Skill in fitting, aligning, cutting, forming, and welding metal components accurately in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
• Ability to inspect completed work, identify weld defects or dimensional issues, and make necessary corrections.
• Ability to accurately measure materials and components and perform basic trade-related calculations.
• Ability to work safely and effectively both independently and as part of a team while following established procedures, jobsite requirements, and safety standards.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum three (3) years of welding experience in mechanical, HVAC, plumbing or related construction operations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum five (5) years of welding and fabrication experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to fifty (50) pounds without assistance.
• Ability to lift and position up to twenty-five (25) pounds overhead.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to sit for periods of time as required.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach as necessary to perform assigned work.
• Ability to use hands and arms to handle tools, equipment, materials, and components requiring manual dexterity and coordination.
• Ability to work in varying positions and confined or restricted spaces as required by the job.

Work for position is performed in shop, fabrication, and construction jobsite environments and may include indoor and outdoor work. The employee may be exposed to extreme temperatures, loud noise, dust, fumes, sparks, welding flash, moving equipment, and other conditions commonly associated with welding, fabrication, and construction operations. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to all safety policies and procedures are required.

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