Field Welder Class III

Job Description
Position Summary:
The Fitter/Welder works with little or no instruction to perform a variety of welding processes and methods to weld all types of metals and alloys of various shapes, sizes, and thicknesses as needed for projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Use a variety of welding processes and methods to weld all types of metals to perform complete part fabrication in compliance with company quality standards.
• Complete fit-up of structure, pipe, accessories and tanks.
• Welds in flat, horizontal, and vertical positions.
• Identify various metals and alloys such as mild & high strength steel, aluminum, and stainless as well as identify structural shapes.
• Use measuring devices and gauges to determine thickness and size of metal.
• Use oxygen/acetylene torch for cutting metals.
• Use grinder and other hand or power tools required to grind, bevel, or fit metals together, and remove slag.
• Read and follow blue prints to determine structure or fit of parts that are being welded and are in compliance with the Method of Production Standard.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follow prescribed safety procedures.

Skills and Specifications:

• Proficient knowledge of welding procedures, practices, symbols, and techniques required to weld and/or fuse metals together.
• Skilled ability to use hand and power tools associated with welding, such as chipping hammer, grinder, arc welder, and oxygen/acetylene torch including setup or connection of hoses, cords, and regulators.
• Accomplished ability to read and comprehend blue prints and/or sketches.
• Knowledge and ability to use common measuring instruments and hand tools such as tape measure, level, square, file or rasp.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Solid problem-solving skills.
• Ability to contribute and work in a team environment.
• Ability to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness to ensure first quality of work.
• Ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with people in course of work.
• Willingness to work additional hours in order to meet tight deadlines.

Education and Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Certification from a trade or welding institute is preferred.
• Must demonstrate welding proficiencies through Visual & Fillet break or Radiography testing and be able to successfully perform Flux Core, Sub Arc, Tungsten Inert Gas or Gas Metal Arc welds in 1 through 6 Groove positions as well as welds in the 1 through 2 Fillet positions.