Traveling Flux - Core Welder

Traveling Flux-Core Welder

Robinson Construction is a Design-Build General Contractor specializing in the completion of process-intense manufacturing facilities throughout the United States. Our clients include heavy industrial, manufacturing; food grade processing plants, chemical and processing; power and renewable energy; healthcare facilities, and mining industries, as well as federal, state, and municipal agencies.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Reads and interprets project plans, blueprints and other written instructions and diagrams to perform task at hand.
• Performs Flux Cored Arc Welding (FLUX) based on project needs.
• Field install welds, including duct work, light fixtures, vents, fans, metal sheeting and other parts.
• Selects proper fillers for jobs based on previous experience or project instructions.
• Coordinates with field labor crew for efficient installations.
• Conserves resources whenever possible to ensure budgetary integrity and client satisfaction.
• De-burs and grinds metal as necessary to achieve proper surface texture.
• Takes personal responsibility for fostering a safe workplace by following safety policies and procedures.
• May perform a variety of duties including those of other positions.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Three or more years of Journeyman Welding experience; ability to Shielded Metal Arc Weld (STICK/ARC) and Gas Tungsten Arc Gas Weld (TIG) a plus.
• Industrial machine licenses (such as a forklift license) preferred.
• Current OSHA 10 or MSHA Certification preferred.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Skill in the standard use of tools and equipment of the profession.
• Ability to work successfully as a team and independently with moderate supervision.
• Ability to understand and follow directions and to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Ability to visualize a layout by looking at plans and prints and comprehend and trouble-shoot mechanical systems.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Coordinate eye-hand movements with control and precision.
• Use hands and fingers fully; reach for, manipulate and feel objects; stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
• See and hear well (either naturally or with correction).
• Lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds, Stoop, lay, bend or squat for long periods of time.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• May be exposed to fumes, dust or other airborne particles, loud noises, hazardous chemical or waste.
• Position regularly works near moving mechanical parts and vibrating machinery.
• May be exposed to extreme outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity or cold and wet conditions.

OTHER:

• Travel, overtime, shiftwork and some holiday & weekend work may be required.

REQUIRED TOOLS:

Must possess and bring hand tools to each job site such as:

Hammers, Chipping Tools, Grinders, Welding Hood, Welding Gloves, Stingers, Clamps, Pliers and Brushes.

Robinson Construction is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We will provide equal opportunity to all applicants and prohibit any discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or veteran status. Applicants are treated on the basis of their job-related qualifications, ability and performance.