Welder B - SBSU

Sabre Industries, Inc.; Bossier City (LA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Continuing Education & Tuition Reimb.

Life and Disability Coverage

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Health and Wellness Resources

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Sabre Industries, Inc. is seeking a Welder B to perform production welding per prescribed procedures, read weld symbols, and adjust welding equipment. The role requires passing a GMAW 2G weld test and bending test after offer. On-site work with safety training provided.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED and some GMAW (Spray Arc Transfer) experience. Training includes on-the-job onboarding and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Basic Math skills required.
• Must be able to read and write.
• Ability to read blueprints required.

Responsibilities

• Wears required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Reads and interprets drawings (weld symbols) to determine weld sizes.
• Adjust welding machines within welding procedure specifications (WPS).
• Uses GMAW welding process to weld components or assemblies.
• Visual inspection of welds for compliance with drawings and code requirements.
• Actively seeks continuous improvement in process efficiencies.

Skills

Basic Math skills

Read and write

Read blueprints

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Brief Description

At Sabre Industries, we connect and power America's communities with world-class utility and telecom solutions. We reliably build a better world together; one customer, one team, and one community at a time. Our teams live out the organization's core values of integrity, commitment, innovation, and connection. That's how we continuously exceed our high standards of enterprise excellence - by creating a space for our engaged employees to thrive. With consistent hiring opportunities nationwide and countless career levels, chances are the next big step on your career path starts here. We work with our employees to create customized career paths and development in all facets of the organization. People will always be our greatest asset, and we place emphasis on enhancing the lives of our employees.

Scope Of Responsibility

This position performs production within prescribed codes, and according to prescribed procedures, specifications, and drawings. As an applicant, a 2F Evaluation will be administered to determine skillset and knowledge base. Must be able to pass and qualify a GMAW 2G weld test that meets visual acceptance criteria before being offered the Welder B position. Bend testing will take place after accepting the job offer.

Essential Duties

• Knowledge of general safety guidelines. Sabre specific safety guidelines will be taught on site.
• Wears required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Works Independently with minimal supervision on assignments as directed by the Supervisor. Displays a strong sense of ownership for work.
• Flexible and Adaptable: has the ability to readily switch tasks when directed.
• Sabre's quality expectations and application in the workplace will be taught during onboarding and On the Job Training.
• Reads and interprets drawings (weld symbols) to determine required weld sizes for specific weld joints.
• Adjust welding machines within parameters of welding procedure specifications (WPS).
• Frequently pushes, pulls and lifts up to 50 pounds.
• Uses oxy-fuel torch to pre-heat parts to be welded in accordance with welding procedure specifications (WPS).
• Uses GMAW welding process to weld components or assemblies.
• Uses chipping hammer, wire brush, and grinders at various times to clean weld joints and finished welds.
• Uses magnetic drills to drill various size holes on pole assembly as required by drawings.
• Visually inspects his/her work to ensure that welds comply with applicable drawings and code requirements.
• Uses a weld gauge to measure weld sizes.
• Uses mechanical rolling equipment to rotate sections to optimize positioning of weld joints.
• When called upon, assist fitter in assembling pole assembly. Uses measuring tape, level, square, and angle finder to measure distances and angles
• Additional duties as assigned by Supervisor and/or Management.
• Actively seeks and supports continuous improvement activities in process efficiencies, costs and effectiveness of work.
• Regular and on-time attendance
• Maintains a positive attitude
• Work in your shift as scheduled
• Getting along with coworkers

Position Requirements

• Education: High School diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• Experience: GMAW (Spray Arc Transfer) welding experience preferred

Skills & Abilities

• Basic Math skills required
• Must be able to read and write.
• Ability to read blueprints required

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand 100% of scheduled shift. Lifting, pushing, prying, and dragging heavy materials.
• Must be capable of bending, stooping, crawling under or over and occasional climbing of stairs/ladders heights up to 6 or 7 feet.
• Must possess adequate hand-eye coordination, dexterity and stamina to sustain expected production effectively.
• Must be able to work in fast-paced work environment
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving entire body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, bending, twisting and handling of materials.
• Must be able to work in an open environment exposed to extreme temperatures.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Continuing Education & Tuition Reimbursement
• Life and Disability Coverage
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Health and Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

Sabre Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer: M/F/Vets/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Revised: 12/30/2024