Welder I

DeSHAZO, LLC; Winchester (KY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

DeSHAZO, LLC is seeking a Welder who can fabricate and assemble metal parts using Flux Core and MIG welding. The role requires reading blueprints, understanding AWS symbols, and safely operating cranes and drill presses.

Applicants should have completed an apprenticeship and have physical stamina to lift heavy parts. The position emphasizes safety and high production performance in a full-time setting.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship or in-company training completed is required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and AWS weld symbols.
• Strong math and measurement skills for tolerances.
• Proficient in using welding equipment and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Weld, cut, and braze metal pieces using flame-cutting and hand welding.
• Read blueprints and AWS weld symbols to plan welds.
• Operate overhead cranes and rigging safely.
• Follow safety rules and maintain productive workflow.
• Set up and adjust welding machines; maintain tools.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Mathematical aptitude

Manual dexterity

Physical stamina

Education

Formal apprenticeship completed

Tools

Overhead crane operation

Oxy-fuel torches

Forklifts

Drill presses

Welding hood

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

The Welder will weld, cut, and braze metal pieces and products by using flame-cutting and hand welding equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Required to complete AWS certification 3G test using (FCAW) Flux Core - Mig Welding. 1/8 to unlimited thickness.
• Must be able to read blueprints using GIT tolerances and AWS weld symbols.
• Must be able to operate overhead cranes using proper rigging techniques, forklifts and drill presses of all types.
• Have general understanding of AWS requirements for weld sizes, multiply passes, pre-heating, inner pass temperatures, partial and full penetration welds.
• Must be able to use oxy fuel torches and burn structural members up to 1" thick.
• Must have own tools: Welding Hood, Welding Gloves, Framing Square, Torpedo Level, 25' Tape, Ball Peen Hammer, Center Punch, and Side Cut Style Plyers.
• Follow all company safety rules and procedures. Capable of working in a safe and productive manner.
• Capable of lifting 45 pounds in a safe manner.
• Work in a safe manner at a high production rate.
• Ables to level and square parts while tacking into place
• Rigging and hoisting with overhead crane
• Fix and rewire welding machines (wire rolls weigh 40lbs)
• Lift and hold 50lbs and be able to set it down gently
• Stand for 8-10 hours
• Climb up and down equipment to fit parts or to weld parts sometimes one handed
• MIG weld: dual shield flux core (95%) hard wire (5%)
• Be able to read and interpret blueprints

Requirements

• Thorough understanding of machines and tools used in welding including designs, uses, maintenance and repair.
• Basic understanding of design techniques, principles, and tools necessary for the precise production of technical plans, drawings, models and blueprints.
• Excellent ability to read and listen to assignments given in a variety of forms.
• Basic understanding of mathematics as related to welding assignments.
• Completion of a formal apprenticeship OR successful completion of an in-company, three-year training program required.

PERFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Two or more years of related experience.

Salary Description

$21.00hr