Job Duties:

• Working from drawings, specifications, manuals, codes, etc., sets up welding equipment and obtains electrodes and other necessary equipment for specified job or subassembly.
• Investigates special welding instructions to conform to Quality Assurance requirements.
• Slag work; examines weld for size of bead, penetration and quality continuous code welding and testing.
• Visually examines completed weld for size of bead, penetration and quality.
• Strong backs, complicated standard or special structures and weldments involving a number of parts and details, using clamp, tack weld, jigs, fixtures, and turning rigs.
• Work may require use of scaffold and ladders.
• In preparation of surfaces to be welded, will use a variety of tools such as grinder, chippers and arc gouging equipment.
• Size of positioning of work may require incumbents of this position to operate a variety of material handling equipment including jibs, overhead cranes, and their accessories.
• Uses an assortment of measuring tools such as straight edge, tape, welding gauges, etc. to ensure proper weld dimensions.
• Will provide instruction and guidance to employees assigned to assist and as required, will participate in training of welders and other employees of the department of lesser classification.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Production Supervisor, weld shop, or his/her designate.

Working Conditions:

• May be required to move items up to 60 pounds for distances of up to 10 feet. May be required to stand, stoop, bend, kneel and squat for extended periods of time. May be exposed to fumes or dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, outdoor weather, moving mechanical parts and moderate to loud noise levels. Must wear appropriate protective gear and clothing as necessary.