Welder Lead

POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for the lay out, fit, and fabrication of metal components to assemble complex or difficult structural forms, using advanced knowledge of welding and fitting techniques, metallurgy, and engineering requirements. Assist department supervisor and/or manager in coordinating the activities of department welders.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Operation of torch and adjust valves, amperage, or voltage to obtain desired flame or arc.
• Analyze complex engineering drawings and specifications to plan layout, assembly, and welding
• Lay out, position, and secure parts and assemblies according to specifications on complex or difficult assignments using straightedge, combination square, calipers, and ruler.
• Tack-weld or weld components and assemblies, using electric, gas, arc, or other welding
• Inspect gap variances, using micrometer, caliper, and precision measuring
• Maintain a clean and safe work
• Finish form work piece, using portable grinder, hand file, or
• Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Heat, form, and dress metal parts, using hand tools, torch or arc welding equipment.
• Develop basic to complex templates and other work aids to hold and align parts.
• Determine required equipment and welding method to complete complex or difficult assignments, applying advanced knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques.
• Perform all work in an accordance with quality standards and established safe work.
• Explain and demonstrate welding procedures and techniques to department welders.
• Assist department level welders in resolving technical problems and supervision of complex welding problems.
• May interpret specifications and assignments for department welders.
• May assign and revise work assignments to department welders as required by priorities and work
• Maintain a strong, personal commitment to the safety culture
• All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS
High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) and five to ten years related experience

• Ability to perform work accurately and
• Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a
• Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of ones ability using his or her own drive or initiative.
• Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given
• Ability to work independently with minimal
• Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken
• Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or
• Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality
• Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a

SKILLS & ABILITIES
Computer Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook) preferred.
Certificates & Licenses
Certified Welder in GMAW 3G minimum on 3/8" plate and FCAW (3G) on 1" plate. Pipe fitting and welding experience required. Additional welding certifications preferred.
Other Requirements
Prior experience safely operating overhead cranes required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Abilities
Lift /Carry
Stand
C (Constantly)
10 lbs or less
F (Frequently)
Walk
C (Constantly)
11-20 lbs
F (Frequently)
Sit
O (Occasionally)
21-50 lbs
O (Occasionally)
Handling / Fingering
F (Frequently)
51-100 lbs
N (Not Applicable)
Reach Outward
O (Occasionally)
Over 100 lbs
N (Not Applicable)
Reach Above Shoulder
O (Occasionally)
Push / Pull
Climb
O (Occasionally)
12 lbs or less
F (Frequently)
Crawl
O (Occasionally)
13-25 lbs
O (Occasionally)
Squat or Kneel
F (Frequently)
26-40 lbs
O (Occasionally)
Bend
F (Frequently)
41-100 lbs
N (Not Applicable)
N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
OTHER PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by position, location, and/or customer.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work outside as well as in a shop environment. Shop environment may not have air conditioning.
The company had reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)