Graduate of an accredited welding program OR possess a minimum of one year of hands-on, verifiable, professional welding experience.
Ability to consistently weld to enhanced Class 1 weld D14.3 standards (allowed discontinuities are reduced by 50% than Code Standards)
Must be 18 years of age or older
High-school diploma or GED or equivalent
Must be willing to wear PPE such as a respirator, weld jackets, gloves, welder hoods, ear plugs, and proper eye protection
Must be willing to work in a tobacco-free environment
Be willing to take a drug test & submit to a background check as part of the selection process
Be willing to submit to random drug tests
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
Must be willing to work as necessary to meet requirements of the position, including the ability to work occasional weekends and scheduled overtime
Pass a qualification based on AWS D1.1 weld qualifications
Must be proficient in FCAW, SMAW, and GMAW welding processes and procedures
Must have experience with wire sizes ranging from .035 to 3/32 solid and flux cored wire
Must be able to perform welding in all positions: flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions
Must be able to read simple to complex blue prints and manufacturing instructions in a sufficient manner to complete the assigned assembly tasks
Must be able to complete some operations at heights up to 20 ft.
Must be able to climb and complete some work on ladders
Must be able to lift material up to 40 lbs.
Must have ability to properly use and care for assigned tools and equipment
Basic Computer Skills
Successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable)