Journeyman Welder

Overview

The Journeyman Sheet Metal Welder should be proficient in MIG welding light gauge sheet metal ductwork both round and rectangular. These duties will be performed out of position in a construction project setting using MEWP's, the incumbent of this position is responsible for determining materials and consumables required for this role and reporting project needs to the superintendent in a timely manner. These materials include but are not limited to; shielding gas, wire type, wire size as well as specific PPE needs. Incumbent performs this work within an established time frame and ensures this work is done in conformance with quality work standards, project man-hours, and in the established company safety guidelines

Responsibilities

• Proficient in MIG Welding 16 ga carbon steel, 18 gauge stainless steel, 18 gauge galvanized -Familiar with D9.1 standards
• Tig welding (Preferred not required)
• Familiar with operating scissor lifts
• Setting up and tearing down welding equipment daily
• Filling out required permits daily
• Install and fit-up of material to be welded
• Working in the elements
  
  

Qualifications

Required Education, Experience, and Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 4 or more years of experience and meets requirements.
• Able to keep welding equipment and accessories in good working conditions.
• Reading of blue prints and schematics.
• Knowledge of welding machine (oil, fuel, etc.), torches, helix arc equipment.
• Must have a valid drivers' license (CDL).
• Needs to have basis tools to perform job (hood, gloves, etc.).
• Must be able to report to assigned job site location on time as directed.
• Assist in safe rigging of materials for installations.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, craw, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull, and reach overhead.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail oriented and willing to tackle various ongoing projects in a fast paced environment.
• Well versed in the industry and the Company's competitors.
• Excellent multitasking skills, with the ability to perform duties outside of scope of work when necessary.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and willing to tackle various ongoing projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Versed in the industry and the Company's competitors.
• Ability to multitask and perform duties outside of the scope of work when necessary.
  
  

Preferred Education, Experience, And Qualifications

• Not applicable.
  
  

Travel Requirements

• 0-5% of time will be spent traveling to job site(s)/office location.
  
  

Physical/Work Environment Requirements

• Climb ladders of all types.
• Job may require working in all elements, depending on job location, time of year, heat, cold, rain or snow.
• Must be able to utilize construction site sanitary facilities. (Porta-Johns).
• Must be able to work from all type of ladders. (Step ladders up to 14', "A" frame ladders and all size extension ladders and must be able to carry and relocate 12' stepladder by one's self).
• Must wear personnel protective equipment at all times. (i.e. hard hats, safety glasses, safety harnesses as required) and respirators when required.
• Repetitive use of arms, hands and fingers.
• This position may work with energized circuits or in/with energized equipment.
• Ability to remain calm in times of heighten emotional situations.
• Must work smoothly with others as a member of a team to complete tasks.
• Must be able to make transition from employee parking area of street into construction areas and to gain access to all levels of the building or structure, even if the only means of access is by OSHA approved site construction ladder or stairs still under construction but acceptable for use.
• Ability to work in noisy environments.
• Work in restrictive/tight areas. (i.e. switchgear rooms, crawl spaces, utility tunnels, etc.).
• Ability to work while constantly moving on one's feet.
• Possess good vision/hearing. (Normal or corrected).
• Ability to reach and stretch to position equipment and fixtures while maintaining balance.
• Must have ability of use of both hands simultaneously for tying knots and in the use of power equipment.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, craw, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull, and reach overhead.
• Ability to lift by ones self-work loads of 51 lbs.
• Job requires employee to have required hand tools with them at all times while at work site (Waist tool belts can weigh up to 30 lbs.).
  
  

Pay Range

USD $24.28 - USD $32.44 /Hr.