Welder-Fitter
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We are hiring experienced Welder-Fitters to join our shop. In this role, you will interpret drawings and specifications, fit and weld components using a variety of techniques and materials, and help fabricate and repair custom metal parts and products to a high standard of quality and precision.
Responsibilities
- Interpret welding process specifications
- Operate manual, semi-automatic, and fully automated welding equipment
- Read and interpret welding blueprints, drawings, specifications, manuals, and processes
- Examine welds and ensure they meet required standards and specifications
- Operate manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment
- Operate brakes, shears, and other metal shaping, straightening, and bending machines
- Fit, braze, and torch-straighten metal
- Determine the weldability of materials
- Operate hoisting and lifting equipment
- Operate previously set-up welding machines to fabricate or repair metal parts and products
Experience & Specialization
Materials:
- Non-ferrous materials
- Non-metallic materials
- Stainless steel
- Steel, iron, and heavy metals
- Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)
- Multipass welding
Equipment & Machinery Experience:
- Arc welding machine
Areas of Specialization:
- Custom fabrication
- Structural construction
- Factory assembly
Requirements
- Basic security clearance
- Own transportation required
- Own tools required, including:
- Standard hand tools
- Steel-toed safety boots
Work Conditions & Physical Requirements
- Fast-paced environment
- Physically demanding work
- Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
- Standing for extended periods
- Ability to handle heavy loads (up to 23 kg / 50 lbs)
Personal Suitability
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral and written communication