What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tig Welder position at Titan Talent Development, LLC?
Job Description:
This position is responsible for welding, fabricating, and assembling components using TIG (GTAW) and MIG (GMAW) welding processes on thin-gauge materials in a shop environment. The TIG/MIG Shop Welder will produce high-quality welds on precision parts while maintaining strict attention to detail, safety, and workmanship standards.
Responsibilities:
- Perform TIG (GTAW) and MIG (GMAW) welding on thin materials such as sheet metal, tubing, and light structural components.
- Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and fabrication drawings.
- Set up welding equipment, select proper filler materials, gases, and machine settings for thin material applications.
- Fabricate, assemble, and weld parts according to specifications and tolerances.
- Produce clean, high-quality welds with minimal distortion and burn-through.
- Perform grinding, fitting, tacking, and finishing work as required.
- Inspect completed welds for quality, accuracy, and compliance with specifications.
- Perform minor repairs and modifications to fabricated parts as needed.
- Maintain welding equipment, tools, and work area in clean and safe condition.
- Follow all shop safety procedures, including PPE usage and welding safety protocols.
- Work independently or as part of a fabrication team to meet production goals.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors and other shop personnel regarding job requirements and progress.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2–5 years of TIG and/or MIG welding experience preferred.
- Experience welding thin-gauge materials required.
- Ability to pass a welding test (TIG/MIG on thin material).
- Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols.
- Experience in fabrication shop or industrial welding environment preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to produce clean, high-quality welds.
- Knowledge of welding parameters, heat control, and distortion prevention.
- Strong commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.
- Excellent attendance, reliability, and work ethic.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand for extended periods in a shop environment.
- Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and work in various welding positions.
- Must be able to wear required PPE including but not limited to welding hood, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, and protective clothing.
- Ability to work in a fabrication shop environment with exposure to heat, sparks, and metal fumes.
Work Schedule & Hours:
- Full-time position averaging 40–56 hours per week.
- Overtime may be required based on production needs.
- Reliability and flexibility are essential.
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Training and skill development opportunities
- Stable long-term shop employment
- Safety-focused work environment
Ability to Commute:
- Portsmouth, VA(Required)
Work Location:
In person
Titan Talent Development is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.