Welder- Structure - SHUQUALAK, MS #2806

ZipRecruiter; Shuqualak (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Structural Welder to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for raising and uniting structural steel components, ensuring safety and precision in your work. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in welding techniques, including TIG and MIG, and will be adept at reading blueprints. This position offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects, contributing to the construction of robust structures. If you are passionate about welding and thrive in a challenging environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of heavy industrial welding experience.
• Ability to identify welding techniques and properties of metals.
• Completion of required welding and safety certifications.

Responsibilities

• Raise and unite structural steel members to form frameworks.
• Work safely around construction hazards and follow safety policies.
• Prepare materials for welding and operate welding equipment.

Skills

Welding Safety

Construction Math

Blue Print Reading

Rigging Equipment

Welding Techniques

Education

Welding Certification

Safety Certifications (OSHA 10)

Tools

Welding Hood

Electrode Holder

25’ Tape Measure

Leather Welding Gloves

Tool Box with Lock

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

JOB TITLE: Structural Welder

BUSINESS UNIT: GrayWolf Integrated Construction Company

EMPLOYEE TYPE: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO:Foreman

OVERVIEW

A Structural Welder raises, places and unites girders, columns and other structural-steel members to form completed structures or structure frameworks.

WORK SCHEDULE

Varies by location. Must have open availability any time, any day of the week. Length of employment is limited to job assignment and/or project duration.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Welding Safety – work safely around the hazards associated with the construction field.
• Welding Tools – use hand, electric, pneumatic and hydraulic tools and in a safe manner.
• Construction Math - Demonstrates a level of competency in construction math as required in trade practice, including fractions, decimals, geometry, use of formulae, and trigonometry.
• Rigging Equipment – Safely and competently identify and use basic rigging procedures and equipment including chain hoists, come-alongs, jacks and tuggers.
• Blue Print Reading – Correctly reads and understands plans, isometrics, arrangement drawings, details, specifications, erection manuals and/or blue prints and makes competent decisions based on measurable criteria.
• Visualizes objects in three-dimensions from plans and drawings.
• Secure components together applying knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal machining, weld shrinkage, and welding techniques.
• Bolt, clamp and tack weld parts to secure in position for welding.
• Prepare material for welding by cutting or grinding using pipe cutters, hammer and chisel, cutting torch, and/or grinder.
• Set material in stands, racks , hoists etc. for welding
• Set up equipment and weld parts using arc, gas shielded arc, gas shielded arc, or gas welding equipment.
• Repair products by dismantling, straightening and reshaping.
• Reassemble parts using cutting torch, straightening press and hand tools.
• Work within precise limits and standards of accuracy.
• Follow oral and written directions.
• Work within company policies (including Safety and Human Resources policies), client policy and OSHA safety requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor as needed.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Three (3) years minimum heavy industrial field experience as a Welder.
• Ability to identify all techniques of welding (TIG, MIG, Arc etc.) and know all properties of various types of metals and how heat affects them.
• Completion of welding certification(s) required by company and/or client.
• Completion of pre-hire and post-hire substance abuse testing as required by company and/or client.
• Completion of Safety related certifications such as OSHA 10 or Safety council programs as required by company and/or client.
• Ability to work with others to achieve job goals.
• Read, write and communicate using English sufficient to perform job functions as required by client and/or facility policy.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Stand or walk for long periods of time.
• Use arms and hands to reach for, handle or manipulate objects.
• Lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds, occasionally lifting items weighing more than 50 pounds with assistance.
• Climb up and down ladders, scaffolds and other objects.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.
• Acceptable eyesight – naturally or with correction.
• Eye-hand coordination.
• Good physical fitness.
• Good sense of balance.
• Work at great heights is required.

TOOL REQUIREMENTS (minimum)

• 25’ Tape Measure
• Welding Hood with Hard Hat Attachment
• Sleeves or appropriate clothing for stick welding
• Leather welding gloves
• Electrode Holder
• Lineman Pliers
• Flashlight
• Inspection Mirror
• Allen wrenches to 3/8”
• 12” adjustable Wrench
• File and Brush
• Cold Chisel
• Chipping Hammer
• Spud wrench
• Line Up bar
• Tool Box with Lock
• Rain Coat or Poncho
• Steel toed or Composite toed Work Boots

ENVIRONMENT

Construction workers perform physically demanding work including lifting and carrying heavy objects, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling in awkward positions. Some work at great heights, or outdoors in all weather conditions. Some jobs expose workers to harmful materials or chemicals, fumes, odors, loud noise or dangerous machinery. Some workers may be exposed to lead based paint, asbestos, or other hazardous substances during their work especially when working in confined spaces. To avoid injury, workers in these jobs wear safety clothing/personal protective equipment such as gloves, hard hats, protective chemical suits, and devices to protect their eyes, respiratory system and hearing. While working in underground construction, Construction workers must be especially alert to safely follow procedures and must deal with a variety of hazards.

EMPLOYEE REVIEW ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I acknowledge that I have read the Job Description and I understand what would be expected of me. The company reserves the right to change or reassign job duties or to combine positions at any time. I also understand that I am an at-will employee, and this Job Description does not constitute a contract of employment.

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