Welder III

Smeal SFA; Snyder (NE); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Smeal Fire Apparatus, a Terex Corporation company, is seeking a certified welder to weld ladder components and torque boxes in a busy shop. You will read blueprints, set up fixturing, and operate plasma cutters, torches, grinders, and cranes while maintaining high safety standards.

Ideal candidates will have experience with NDT repair acceptability standards and a strong safety record. This position offers steady daytime hours in Snyder, NE with opportunities to train fellow welders.

Qualifications

• Must be a certified welder.
• Able to read a tape measure.
• Experience building from blueprints and using fixtures.
• Ability to train new and existing employees.

Responsibilities

• Perform metal arc welding of ladder components, torque box, and related parts.
• Set up fixturing and operate hand tools, plasma cutter, and other equipment.
• Build from blue prints and ensure quality cosmetic appearance.
• Maintain safety standards and use PPE as required.

Skills

Certified welder

Read tape measure

Teamwork

Train others

Tools

Plasma cutter

Torch

Grinder

Sander

Cranes

Fixtures setup

Job description

Smeal is recognized as a premier manufacturer, inventor, and innovator of custom fire apparatus. The company offers a full line of custom and commercial pumpers, rescue pumpers, aerial ladders, and urban interface vehicles. Smeal is committed to leading the industry in high-quality fire apparatus, delivery times and customer experience. Smeal sells its products worldwide and is based in Synder, NE. Smeal Apparatus, along with peer fire apparatus companies such as Spartan ER, are part of Terex Corporation, a global designer and manufacturer of specialized vehicles and equipment, including fire and emergency vehicles, waste and recycling equipment, RV's, and machinery supporting construction, utilities, and infrastructure. With operations across the U.S. and globally, we are committed to safety, innovation, and quality while building products our customers depend on every day. The specific statements show in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. Smeal Fire Apparatus recognizes that an individual with a disability may require an accommodation the enable him/her to successfully perform a job function. Consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Essential Job Functions:

• Follow standard operating procedures as well as written and verbal orders and instructions in English.
• Lift up to 75 lbs. and be in good physical condition. Standing, bending, and climbing as well as upper body and back strength required.
• Follow all company policies and procedures as stated in the company policy and safety manual including wearing safety glasses, ear protection, and steel toed shoes.
• Able to work in a noisy environment.
• Work overtime as needed.
• Actively pursue cost reduction measures.
• Perform all assigned tasks within specific time limits and company standards.
• Must be able to read a tape measure.
• Must comply with all safety regulations regarding the work area, the product and equipment. Recognize and report all safety discrepancies to your supervisor.
• Dependable with a good safety record, attendance and performance evaluations.
• Function well with coworkers, leaders, and the team.
• Possess a thorough knowledge of all aspects of this field including products, options, and uses.
• Able to work in all areas of the welding shop.
• Understand NDT testing acceptability standards and can effectively repair welds per NDT inspection with no indication repair has been made when complete.
• Build from blue prints and use all fixtures effectively.
• Is a certified welder.
• Must be able to operate and setup welders required to perform the duties of this position.
• Possess extensive experience from outside of the company or has mastered all the required skills at the previous level in order to advance.
• Ability and willingness to train new and existing employees.
• Willingness to share department and company knowledge as needed.

Daily Functions:

• Execute proper fixturing and set up.
• Perform metal arc welding of ladder components, torque box, and miscellaneous parts as well as required sanding per company standards and quality cosmetic appearance. This includes inside of torque box and body compartments which may cause awkward positioning.
• Build from blue prints.
• Use hand tools, sanders, and grinders and operate plasma cutter, torch, shear bar-angle, iron saw, and cranes.
• Perform acceptable welds in qualified process and position.

Potential Hazards:

• Eye injuries & exposure to ultra violet rays: welding can cause damage to eyes. Required to wear an approved helmet with hood and lens tinted to 10 or darker per OSHA standards, or an electronic lens set to at least 10 when welding. Eye protection and face shield must be worn when sanding to prevent eye injury.
• Burns: wear PPE when welding to protect against burns.
• Trips & falls: ensure all air hoses and obstacles are kept clear of aisles.
• Heavy lifting: ask co-worker for help or use a crane or forklift operator when lifting objects over 75 lbs.
• Air quality: wear respirator when in close quarters due to gases from welding, if needed.

Terex Corporation is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by law. Terex Corporation also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunities for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.

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