Welder I - 2nd Shift

Generac; Eagle (AK); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac in Alaska (Eagle) seeks Welder I/II/III for fabrication and assembly. Responsibilities include MIG, TIG, aluminum welding; reading blueprints; operating robotic welders; and maintaining quality. Candidates must pass internal weld tests and have a high school diploma or welding certification. Safety and teamwork are essential; 3pm–11pm shift with premium.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or welding certification.
• Internal weld test required.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings/blueprints.
• Experience with MIG, TIG, and aluminum welding preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG, TIG, aluminum and stick welding as specified.
• Interpret drawings and blueprints to execute welds accurately.
• Operate and maintain welding equipment; assist with robotic welder tasks.
• Comply with safety rules and company procedures.

Skills

Mig welding

TIG welding

Aluminum welding

Blueprint reading

Robotic welding

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or welding certification

Crane Certification

Tools

Robotic welding equipment

MIG welding equipment

TIG welding equipment

Job description

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.

Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

Hours: 3pm - 11pm (M-F)

Pay: $21.25 an hour + 13% shift premium

Job Description:

Welders are expected to perform Under the direction of the area supervisor, perform Mig welding, Aluminum welding, TIG Welding, electric or robotic welding in the fabrication of parts, to be used in the assembly of product lines to create a high quality finished product. Components may be standardized or customized as to design and function.

Responsibilities

Welder I

• Comply with the company/site safety rules.
• Perform safe and effective operation of all equipment needed to perform job function.
• Flex across different products and areas to support business needs.
• Provide training to new employees or employees learning new work areas to work instructions/standard work.
• Follow established procedures, processes, or policies.
• Interpret and understand engineering drawings and blueprints to accurately execute welding tasks.
• Assist with robotic welder.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Welder II

• All Welder I responsibilities.
• Intermediate MIG (GMAW), and Stick (SMAW) welding.
• Troubleshoot and resolve welding-related issues efficiently.
• Proficient in operating and maintaining welding equipment and tools.

Welder III

• All Welder I & II responsibilities
• Understanding of aluminum alloys, their properties, and how they react to different welding processes.
• Proficient in various aluminum welding processes, such as TIG (GTAW).
• Weld complex components with MIG, TIG, and stick welding.
• Operate robotic welder.

Requirements

• High school diploma or Certification.
• Welder I
• Internal written and physical weld test.
• An understanding of welding fundamentals.
• Basic welding experience and/or training.
• Basic knowledge of Mig Welding Equipment.
• Ability to follow direction and work in a team environment.
• Welder II
• 1 year of experience in a production welding environment and successful completion of internal weld test.
• Working towards apprenticeship or certification
• Manufacturing experience, including knowledge of manufacturing processes or related experience.
• Basic knowledge of Mig and Tig Welding Equipment.
• Crane Certification.
• Welder III
• 2 years of experience in a production welding environment and successful completion of internal weld test.
• Experience in root cause problem-solving (5 Why, 8D, PDCA, etc.)

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”