What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sub Arc Welder (Overnight Shift) position at Smith Industries?
Benefits:
Key Responsibilities:
Welding & Fabrication
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Free uniforms
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
Key Responsibilities:
Welding & Fabrication
- Operate Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) long seam machine to weld longitudinal seams on utility poles and cross-arms.
- Review drawings, BOMs, WPS/WPQRs, and weld maps to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Set up pole shafts and arm shells ensuring proper alignment, seam straightness, and root gap control.
- Perform root, fill, and cap passes following WPS parameters for pole-grade steels (e.g., A572 Gr50).
- Monitor amperage, voltage, wire speed, and travel speed for proper weld penetration and reinforcement.
- Manage flux drying, screening, feeding, and recycling systems.
- Verify material heat numbers and maintain traceability prior to welding.
- Ensure seam orientation aligns with arm locations, handholes, grounding attachments, and other features.
- Assist with arm box seams and splice welds.
- Confirm weld quality meets ANSI/TIA, RUS, and customer specifications.
- Prepare seams for galvanizing, ensuring proper venting and drainage.
- Follow all OSHA and company safety standards.
- Complete pre-use inspections on welding equipment, cranes, and rigging.
- Adhere to LOTO and confined space procedures when applicable.
- Maintain required PPE (hood, gloves, FR gear, hearing and eye protection).
- Inspect welds for penetration, uniformity, and overall quality.
- Record weld parameters, heat numbers, and operator details.
- Support UT/MT inspections and corrective actions for nonconforming welds.
- Complete weld logs, seam inspection sheets, and traveler documentation.
- Maintain 5S standards and support ISO 9001 processes.
- Proven experience operating Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) systems in a tubular steel or pole fabrication environment.
- Ability to read drawings, WPS, and weld maps accurately.
- Knowledge of galvanizing effects on welds and material handling requirements.
- Crane and rigging experience (certification preferred).
- Strong focus on safety, quality, and production efficiency.
Benefits:
- Safety First Company
- Full benefits package
- Paid employee medical
- Competitive pay
- Generous PTO policy
- 401k with match
- Weekly pay
- Semi-annual bonuses
- Company provided uniforms
- No travel required
- Work in a family environment
- Position in an expanding company where you can grow your career