Welder - EXPERIENCED

Job Title: WELDER

FLSA Status: Hourly

Qualifications: Skilled Welder to cut and join metals and other materials at our facilities. Able to operate appropriate equipment to put together mechanical structures or parts with a great deal of precision. Must be competent in using potentially dangerous equipment following all safety precautions. The ideal candidate will have a steady hand and great attention to detail. Knowledge of different kinds of metal and their properties is essential.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures
• Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements
• Set up components for welding according to specifications [website] cut material with powered saws to match measurements)
• Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded
• Align components using calipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces
• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead)
• Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps
• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws
• Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety

Education and/or Experience

• High School diploma (or equivalent) or 1-4 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven experience as welder
• Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (MIG, MMA etc.)
• Experience in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, calipers etc.)
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings
• Deftness and attention to detail
• Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves etc.)
• Proficient in English

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use of hands, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required included close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to focus.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None for this position

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift

• 8 hour shift

Experience

• Welding / Fabrication: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute

• Hauppauge, NY 11788 (Required)

Ability to Relocate

• Hauppauge, NY 11788: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person