Welder 1 Union 516 - Days

VIGOR VALUES

Vigor expects all employees to enhance the atmosphere in which they work by living the Vigor Values every day.

Truth:We seek the truth, and we speak the truth
Responsibility:We act on what we know is right
Evolution: We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing world
Love:We care about the people we work with, and the world we live in

POSITION SUMMARY:

• Responsible for fabrication welding requirements including manual, semi-automatic, automatic and all-position including using oxygen/acetylene gas torch for cutting or pre-heat.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Utilize knowledge of weld electrodes and wire, machine settings, maintain an acceptable standard in quality and quantity, and use oxygen/acetylene gas torch for cutting or pre-heat.
• Read and interpret weld symbols, set up and operate semi-automatic or automatic weld equipment. With supervision.
• Assemble and tack parts using a fixture.

JOB SCOPE:

• Follows direction from supervisor.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

• Ability to provide direction to helper's assigned to the project.

INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions regarding daily functions, safety rules and regulations and possible hazardous conditions.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Hold functional knowledge of all welding equipment and be responsible for its daily maintenance and care, without the aid of supervision.
• Must have full knowledge of weld electrodes and wire, machine settings, maintain an acceptable standard in quality and quantity, and use oxygen/acetylene gas torch for cutting or pre-heat.
• Consistently pass visual, mag particle, ultra-sonic and x ray weld inspection.
• Ability to provide direction to helper's assigned to the job.
• Capable of assembling and tacking parts using a fixture.
• Knowledge of all fabrications machines, CNC and NC are not required but are a plus.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Min. Two Years' Experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Hold valid certificate, or pass weld test upon employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to lift, carry 60 lbs., or maneuver objects, difficult objects will be lifted with the assistance of mechanical means or additional workers.
• Must be able to lift 4 ft., 60 lb. spool of wire and load welding machine.
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, kneel, twist, pull, push, grip, and climb.
• Capable of working from ladders and scaffolding.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• May be exposed to excessive noise, welding gases and fumes, and varying weather conditions. Proper protective equipment will be provided as necessary.

Must have the ability to perform the essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.