WELDER
Welder
Cozad Nebraska machine shop looking for an experienced welder. Wages negotiable depending on experience. Call 308-784-3579. or email Jobs@nptelegraph.com subject Welder
Repair and/or rebuild structurally failed or worn parts requiring welding process reconstruction. Work in adverse weather and other adverse shop and field situations presented by customer needs. Accept all out of town assignments requiring overnight stays. Communicate orally and in writing information, instructions, and explanations to associates, customers, and management regarding conditions, problems, and recommendations.
Experience with structural repair and restoration of large components, occasionally over 20,000 pounds is highly desirable. Prior experience with shop and/or field machining practices and processes are also highly desirable. Ideal candidate should have sufficient experience with a variety of weld-repair processes including: sub-arc (SAW), FCAW (gas-shielded flux cored wires), GMAW (solid MIG wire), GTAW (TIG), brazing, soldering, pre-heating, post-heating, and stress-relieving. Experience repairing low-alloy carbon steel, medium-alloy steel, cast iron, and aluminum are highly desirable.
Essential Functions & Additional Responsibilities
- Fabricate and/or repair metal parts.
- Comprehend and interpret sketches and diagrams.
- Operate welding equipment.
- Prepare service reports.
- Plan and control cost of repair jobs.
- Maintain company equipment – keep in good clean orderly condition.
- Work safely at all times. Adhere to all applicable safety policies. Comply with all company policies, procedures and standards.
- Own and maintain required personal tools.
- Learn and use Empire, Caterpillar and allied product procedures and systems.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Maintain current MSHA card if work area requires.
- Provide on-the-job training to technicians and helpers as assigned.
- Work overtime as needed.
- Travel to remote locations as needed.
- Communicate with proper individuals to clarify instructions or discuss scope or progress of job.
- Must accomplish training and serve as a Green Belt in support of EMPIRE's Six Sigma program.
- Work within and promote corporate values.
Additional Requirements
- Basic knowledge of heat stresses in metal
- Know proper use of cleaners and solvents
Skills & Abilities
Able to read and correctly interpret diagrams & blueprints
Acceptable attendance to meet all company standards and requirements.
Appropriate manner, conduct and grooming to adhere to company policy.
Must have interpersonal skills and mechanical aptitude skills.
Perform complex and innovative welding procedures
Experience
1 year minimum experience
Heavy Equipment
Technical
Physical Requirements
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
This position is designated as a Safety-Sensitive Position.
Required to sit constantly
Required to use hands constantly
Required to talk or hear constantly
Required to stand frequently
Required to walk frequently
Required to reach outward frequently
Required to climb frequently
Required to squat or kneel frequently
Required to lift or carry 21-50 lbs
Required to push or pull 21-50 lbs
Specific vision abilities include close vision
Specific vision abilities include distance vision
Specific vision abilities include perpheral vision
Work Environment
The characteristics described here are those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure high precarious places
Exposure to outdoor weather
Exposure to wet humid conditions
Exposure to extreme heat or cold
The noise level is loud.