What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Welder position at Scout?
- Advise, consult, train, mentor, and help subordinates.
- Manage and maintain work environment safety, perform inspections, and ensure adherence to regulations.
- Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures.
- Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.
- Set up components for welding according to specifications (e.g. cut material with powered saws to match measurements).
- Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded.
- Align components using calipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces.
- Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal, or overhead).
- Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps.
- Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws.
- Communicate with Supervisor to provide scheduling updates
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Proven experience as welder
- Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (TIG, MMA etc.).
- Experience in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, calipers etc.).
- Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings.
- Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing.
- Deftness and attention to detail.
- Successful completion of a relevant apprenticeship program is required.
- Professional Certification (e.g. an AWS welding certificate) will be a plus.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal) to interact with co-workers, managers, customers, and vendors.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment around large and noisy equipment.
- Valid Driver’s License.
Salary : $30 - $35