Welder III - 2nd Shift

IEA Constructors; Kenosha (WI); Vor Ort; USD 32.000 - 48.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

IEA Constructors is seeking an experienced Welder III for our Wisconsin welding shop. The role involves interpreting welding specifications, setting up weldments, performing welding and surface preparation, and ensuring quality per ISO standards.

Candidates should have 6–9 years of welding experience, proficiency in TIG, MIG, and plasma cutting, and the ability to weld aluminum, stainless steel, and mild steel in all positions. Apprenticeship training is desirable; forklift/crane certs preferred.

Qualifikationen

• Six to nine years of welding experience.
• Ability to Weld Aluminum, Stainless Steel, and Mild Steel in all positions.
• Ability to read weld symbols, shop drawings, job layouts and blueprints.
• Knowledge of working properties of structural metals and welding materials.
• Safety training and PPE adherence.
• Formal apprenticeship training desirable.

Aufgaben

• Reviews job orders and interprets welding specifications according to code certifications and inspection requirements.
• Sets up jobs and positions weldments using fixtures and jigs and various welding techniques.
• Performs welding and related tasks including surface prep and cutting.
• Inspects welds and welded surfaces for proper bonds.
• Cleans and maintains work area, welding equipment and tools.
• Works in a safe manner and adheres to ISO and Quality standards.

Kenntnisse

Welding experience

Reading weld symbols

Blueprint reading

Measurement tools

Safety compliance

Six Sigma basics

Ausbildung

Formal apprenticeship training

Tools

Welding equipment

Fixtures & jigs

Measuring tools

Jobbeschreibung

Job Summary: The Welder III is an intermediate-level, skilled position performing a variety of welding and related tasks (e.g., cutting) using gas and/or electric welding equipment. The Welder III receives specific work assignments under limited supervision and resolves problems with limited supervisory assistance. The Welder III’s work involves considerable skill and is subject to final inspection and test. Errors in welding are not always readily apparent and may result in excess labor and material costs. Welder III is expected to practice and adhere to the Company’s Six Sigma principles.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following with other duties assigned as necessary :

• Reviews job orders (written or verbal) and interprets welding specifications according to code certifications, alignment, dimensional and general inspection requirements.
• Sets up jobs, fits and positions weldments using fixtures, jigs, etc., and various welding techniques, materials and equipment within recognized limits or procedures.
• Performs welding and related tasks such as surface preparation, thermal cutting, grinding, etc.
• Inspect welds and welded surfaces for proper bonds.
• Cleans and maintains work area (daily), welding equipment and other tools of trade.
• Works in a safe manner at all times.
• Ensures that all work is done in accordance with and adheres to IEA’s ISO and Quality standards.
• Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

Physical Demands:

• Maximum lifting requirement (pounds): 50 (infrequently), 25 (frequently).
• Maximum moving requirement (pounds): 100.
• Maintaining physical condition necessary for the following: Frequent standing, walking, kneeling, crouching, stooping, squatting, and twisting upper body; occasional climbing or sitting.
• Working at heights off the ground up to 10 feet.
• Vision requirements: Close, distance, and peripheral vision; depth perception.

Work Environment:

• Work location: Welding shop, metal fabrication/assembly shop.
• Exposure to: Hot objects (burns), glare (flashing), sparks and flying objects (metal chips and scale), fumes, airborne particles, toxic/caustic chemicals, moving mechanical equipment.
• Personal protective equipment requirement: Company-supplied, flame-resistant overclothing (after 90 days), safety mask and shield, safety glasses, safety shoes, and ear protection as necessary.

Qualifications

Position Requirements:

• Key skills, abilities and knowledge:
• Required Six to Nine years of experience.
• Working knowledge of standard welding principles and techniques including inert gas welding (e.g., TIG, MIG, Plasma Cutting).
• Ability to Weld Aluminum, Stainless Steel, And Mild Steel in all positions (e.g. 1F,2F,3F,4F, 1G, 2G, 3G, 4G).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-demand work environment.
• Ability to read and understand weld symbols, shop drawings, job layouts and blueprints.
• Ability to use basic math, measuring instruments (rules, etc.), gauges and templates.
• Ability to set up fixture tables to run weld jobs.
• Knowledge of working properties of structural metals and welding materials.
• Skill in using and maintaining welding equipment and related tools of the trade.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and the ability to follow safe work practices.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with others to make On Time Deliveries.
• Experiential: Six or more Nine of general welding experience.
• Educational: Formal apprenticeship training is desirable.
• Certificates, Licenses: Forklift and Overhead Crane operator certification is preferred.

IEA is an equal employment opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons, without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, and/or expression, or other status protected by law. If you require any reasonable adjustments to accommodate health condition or disability, please let us know. Your journey with us matters.