Welder 3rd shift

American Hydro; York (York County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in hydropower is seeking a skilled Welder to join their dedicated team in York, PA. This role involves welding complex geometries and ensuring the highest quality of work while maintaining safety standards. The ideal candidate will be proficient in SMAW and FCAW techniques, capable of reading blueprints, and committed to a positive work culture. With a competitive hourly rate and comprehensive benefits including health coverage and a 401(k) plan, this position offers a rewarding career in a supportive environment. If you're detail-oriented and ready to be part of a family-oriented team, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Health Coverage

401(k) Plan

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Positive Work Culture

Qualifications

• Proficient in SMAW and FCAW welding techniques.
• Must have an Associate's degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and repair metal using various welding devices.
• Ensure high-quality welds and maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

Welding (SMAW)

Welding (FCAW)

Gas Cutting

Air Arc Gouging

Communication

Safety Awareness

Initiative

Education

Associate’s Degree or Equivalent

3 Years Related Experience

Tools

Welding Equipment

Forklifts

Jib Cranes

Job description

Company Description

Steeped in a tradition of hydropower, American Hydro is the leading supplier and installer of large equipment for the hydroelectric industry. American Hydro is currently looking for a Welder to add to the family at our York, PA facility. We are a tight-knit group that takes a great deal of pride in what we produce. If you are a detail-oriented, hardworking team member who is looking for a place to call home, we invite you to apply for this opening.

Job Description

Welder will join, fabricate, and repair metal and other materials by applying appropriate techniques using various welding devices. Responsible for assembling or repairing damaged pieces of metal using machinery that emits high heat temperatures. Sets up components for welding according to specifications.

Accountabilities:

• Weld complex weld geometry and fillets and related Hydro components
• Qualified in SMAW and FCAW
• Setting up jobs and equipment to run efficiently
• Carbon arc gouge CJP’s
• Grind as needed
• Quality of work
• Productivity
• Job Knowledge
• Initiative
• Safety
• Attendance/dependability
• Communication
• Cooperation

Main Responsibilities:

• Proficient in blueprint reading except geometric tolerancing
• Fully proficient with FCAW and SMAW. Able to set parameters to optimize the operation of the process(s)
• Able to produce high quality welds
• Grinds parts as needed per drawing and verbal instruction
• Capable of operating gas cutting and air arc gouging process on all but the most challenging applications
• Able to weld using larger wire sizes in many situations
• Keeps equipment and work area clean and orderly
• Keeps Supervisor informed of problems regarding work piece, schedule, safety, etc. as they arise
• Able to operate jib cranes and forklifts to facilitate positioning of weldments
• Able to make roll and positioner set ups and assembly of simple, smaller weldments on same

Working Hours:

• 3rd shift - 10:30pm - 6:30 am

Qualifications

Education:

Associate’s degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or three (3) years minimum of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Information

The benefits of joining our team

• Health coverage for you and your family through medical, dental, and vision plans
• A 401(k) plan with a generous company match
• Financial protection through disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment insurance plans
• Tax advantages through flexible spending accounts that allow you to pay for specific health-care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars
• A generous paid time off program in which the benefits increase along with your tenure with the company
• Competitive rate $22-35 an hour based on experience plus $2 hr. shift differential
• Positive culture

When you join our team, you do more than simply switch companies to progress your career. You become part of our family, a group of talented women and men who drive business success.

Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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Industrious Group and its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit and business need.