Job Description: Welder

Location: Olean, NY, 14760

Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a formal welding training program or apprenticeship preferred.
• Certification in AWS welding processes preferred.
• Proficiency in various welding techniques, including FCAW, SAW, and GMAW
• Knowledge of different types of steel and their properties
• Strong understanding of welding safety practices
• Physical stamina and dexterity to work in various positions and environments.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality welds.

Job Description

A Welder is a skilled professional position specializing in joining pieces of steel together using various welding techniques. The welder’s primary responsibility is to ensure the structural integrity and quality of welded metal components and that their welds meet or exceed industry standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a formal welding training program or apprenticeship preferred.
• Certification in AWS welding processes preferred.
• Proficiency in various welding techniques, including FCAW, SAW, and GMAW
• Knowledge of different types of steel and their properties
• Strong understanding of welding safety practices
• Physical stamina and dexterity to work in various positions and environments.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality welds.

Position Expectations

• Be reliable and conscientious.
• Understand the fabrication process.
• Possess strong problem-solving skills to diagnose and troubleshoot issues, ensuring smooth operations and minimizing downtime.
• Be open to learning and adapting to new tools, software, and methodologies to stay current and continue delivering high-quality results.
• Be proactive in identifying opportunities for process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform various welding techniques to join steel components.
• Clean and prepare the surfaces of steel materials to be welded.
• Choose appropriate welding consumables, such as filler material and electrodes, based on the type of steel being welded and the welding process being used.
• Set up and adjust welding equipment, including power sources, torches, gas flow, and wire feed rates, to achieve the desired weld quality.
• Adhere to safety protocols and precautions to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and others. Use required PPE, such as welding helmets, gloves, and safety glasses.
• Inspect welded joints for defects, such as cracks, porosity, and insufficient penetration. Make necessary adjustments and repairs as needed to meet quality standards.
• Clean and maintain welding equipment to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
• Stay updated on new welding technologies, techniques, and industry trends to improve skills and adapt to evolving industry standards.

About Us

Cimolai-HY is a partnership between HY Steel LLC and Cimolai S.p.A., each an industry leader with a proven track record in their respective fields. Cimolai-HY combines the unique capabilities of each to provide best-in-class structural steel design and fabrication services to our clients.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cimolai HY is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ethnicity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, hairstyle, marital or family status, physical or mental disability, uniformed service, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.