Welder II

description overview: the welder will weld, cut, and braze metal pieces and products by using flame-cutting and hand welding equipment. essential functions: · required to complete aws certification 3g test using (fcaw) flux core – mig welding. 1/8 to unlimited thickness. · must be able to read blueprints using git tolerances and aws weld symbols. · must be able to operate overhead cranes using proper rigging techniques, forklifts and drill presses of all types. · have general understanding of aws requirements for weld sizes, multiply passes, pre-heating, inner pass temperatures, partial and full penetration welds. · must be able to use oxy fuel torches and burn structural members up to 1” thick. · must have own tools: welding hood, welding gloves, framing square, torpedo level, 25’ tape, ball peen hammer, center punch, and side cut style plyers. · follow all company safety rules and procedures. capable of working in a safe and productive manner. · capable of lifting 45 pounds in a safe manner. · work in a safe manner at a high production rate. · ables to level and square parts while tacking into place · rigging and hoisting with overhead crane · fix and rewire welding machines (wire rolls weigh 40lbs) · lift and hold 50lbs and be able to set it down gently · stand for 8-10 hours · climb up and down equipment to fit parts or to weld parts sometimes one handed · mig weld: dual shield flux core (95%) hard wire (5%) · be able to read and interpret blueprints requirements · thorough understanding of machines and tools used in welding including designs, uses, maintenance and repair. · basic understanding of design techniques, principles, and tools necessary for the precise production of technical plans, drawings, models and blueprints. · excellent ability to read and listen to assignments given in a variety of forms. · basic understanding of mathematics as related to welding assignments. · completion of a formal apprenticeship or successful completion of an in-company, three-year training program required. 5 years of on the job experience