Welder III

Acoustical Sheetmetal Company; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Acoustical Sheetmetal Company in Virginia Beach, VA is seeking a skilled welder to join our fabrication team. This full-time role focuses on MIG and TIG welding to fabricate and rework metal components, including I-beams, frames and fuel tanks.

You will read blueprints, set up welds, inspect welds for quality, and maintain welding equipment. A High School diploma or equivalent and MIG welding certification are preferred, with safety and teamwork as core requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience may vary depending on skill level assessment.
• Skill in the use and care of equipment and tools.
• Basic mathematical skills and knowledge in use of measurement tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding duties using MIG, TIG, Wire Welder, Spot Welder and/or oxy/acetylene torch.
• Clean and dress welds as required.
• Set up and lay out work using material handling equipment or hand layouts to fabricate or rework finished products.
• Manual set up of hand held sanders, grinders, wire wheels or other finishing hand held tools.
• Welding I-Beam, Frame and Fuel Tanks in flat, vertical or overhead positions.
• Clamp, hold, tack weld, drill, mill, tap, cut and/or bolt together components to obtain required configuration and positions for complete welding process.
• Inspect products, equipment and tools for defect and malfunction.
• Create quality welds according to blue prints/specifications.
• Inspect all welds and re-work as necessary.
• Change wire and gas on weld machine as necessary.
• Ensure equipment properly set up and used in a safe manner during welding process.
• Maintain welding equipment and machines, inspect regularly and request maintenance as needed.
• Assist/participate in fuel tank pressure testing as required and rework as necessary.
• Perform work to timely standard and quality expectations.
• Account for time and work completed through means of weekly timesheets.
• Report and document basic material, production, quality or safety issues to direct supervisor or management.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Follow instructions

Education

High School or Equivalent

MIG Welding Certification

Vocational Welding Education

Job description

Acoustical Sheetmetal Company Virginia Beach , VA

Full Time

Description

• Perform welding duties using MIG, TIG, Wire Welder, Spot Welder and/or oxy/acetylene torch.
• Clean and dress welds as required
• Set up and lay out work using material handling equipment or hand layouts to fabricate or rework finished products.
• Manual set up of hand held sanders, grinders, wire wheels or other finishing hand held tools.
• Welding I-Beam, Frame and Fuel Tanks in flat, vertical or overhead positions.
• Clamp, hold, tack weld, drill, mill, tap, cut and/or bolt together components to obtain required configuration and positions for complete welding process.
• Inspect products, equipment and tools for defect and malfunction.
• Create quality welds according to blue prints/specifications.
• Inspect all welds and re-work as necessary.
• Change wire and gas on weld machine as necessary.
• Ensure equipment properly set up and used in a safe manner during welding process.
• Maintain welding equipment and machines, inspect regularly and request maintenance as needed.
• Assist/participate in fuel tank pressure testing as required and rework as necessary.
• Perform work to timely standard and quality expectations.
• Account for time and work completed through means of weekly timesheets.
• Report and document basic material, production, quality or safety issues to direct supervisor or management.

Requirements

Competency Requirements

• Flexible and responsive with strong teamwork orientation
• Willingness to cross-train and perform other job tasks in addition to primary assigned position
• Knowledge in use of basic hand tools
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
• Strong orientation toward quality, safety and continuous improvement
• Safety conscious behavior
• Ability to multi-task, work with minimal supervision, follow written and oral instructions, show attention to detail and demonstrate problem-solving skills

Qualification/Experience Requirements

• Experience may vary depending on skill level assessment
• Skill in the use and care of equipment and tools
• Basic mathematical skills and knowledge in use of measurement tools

Required Education/Training

• High School or Equivalent
• MIG Welding Certification Preferred
• Vocational/Prior Welding Education a Plus