Fabricator/Welder

Role Definition 

The Fabricator/Welder is responsible for the fabrication, welding, repair, or retrofitting of equipment for residential, commercial, or industrial facilities. All work is to be completed at our fabrication shop and may require occasional short-term travel. Fabricator/Welder services performed may include, though is not limited to: layout/shop math related to complex metal fabrication, material reduction, fitting, tacking, welding, and assembly. Fabrication equipment and forklift operations when trained and authorized to perform such duties. Machine layout, machine setting, assembly, precision alignment, structure assembly, custom fabrication, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Material preparation, priming, and painting of finished work. Rigging and load out as required. The Fabricator/Welder will adhere to the blueprint plans, schematic drawings, or manufacture specifications to produce the best product for the customer. This role profile is subject to change at any time. 

PROTECT PEOPLE 

Operate hand tools, power tools, cutting, welding or fabrication machines, rigging equipment daily while following all manufacturer and Keen safety guidelines.  

Comply with safety policies and procedures, environmental risks and hazards, and ensure daily workplace inspections done to identify and correct workplace hazards accurately.  

BUILD RELATIONSHIPS 

Represent Keen in a professional, courteous manner and bridge communication with all departments and customers to ensure a proper job is completed to customer satisfaction. 

Participate as a Keen team member in the fabrication shop and attend team meetings and training to ensure that safety measures and best practices are used in the workplace. 

FOCUS ON END GOALS  

Fabricate, weld, and inspect product safely and efficiently to meet customer requirements. 

Interpret prints, drawings, plans, and apply fabrication or welding techniques to complete projects. 

Perform a variety of work, including material handling and conveyance, machine setting, alignment, rigging, welding, and custom fabrication for industries including Food, Agriculture, Manufacturing, and Industrial construction markets.  

Operate hand tools daily such as wrenches, hammers, power tools (hand grinders, saws, impact wrenches, drill press, plus various types of pneumatic and hydraulic tools), rigging equipment to assemble, install, and align to ensure the proper functioning. 

Operate simple and complex heavy industrial equipment such as forklifts, scissors lifts, boom lifts, gantry cranes, overhead cranes, pneumatic wrenches, and all-terrain reach lifts. 

DRIVE INNOVATION  

Troubleshoot problems to constraints in the daily work plan of equipment, research and share the proper solution. 

Identify waste in processes, foster continuous improvement through ongoing safety and education training, and Keen 2 Second Lean Culture. 

Education and Qualifications 

High school diploma or equivalent qualifications. 

A valid certificate in welding from an accredited institution is preferred. 

A minimum of 2 years? experience as a welder. 

Excellent knowledge of welding machinery, electrical equipment, and manual tools. 

Ability to read and interpret blueprints and designs 

Outstanding attention to detail. 

Physical demands: Standing/Climbing/Mobility, Lifting/Pulling/Pushing 50 lbs. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

Sedentary strength demands include exerting up to 10 pounds occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.  

Continuously requires vision, hearing, twisting, and talking.  

Frequently requires standing, fine dexterity, sitting, and handling.  

Occasionally requires walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, kneeling, pushing/pulling, bending, and crouching.  

Rarely requires climbing. 

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time. 

Keen Project Solutions is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol free workplace and background checks are required if applicable.