Welder - San Antonio

Job Summary    The Welder position will perform diversified hand welding on a wide variety of complex assemblies and structures using welding equipment to fabricate or repair products such as machined parts and trenching and shoring equipment. This position is a safety sensitive role that requires compliance with the company's drug and alcohol policy and adherence to all safety regulations and procedures.    Key Responsibilities     * Receives instructions, prints, and work orders for the job. Plans details of working procedure, and tool and material requirements. * Fabricates equipment by cutting, burning, and welding various metals. * Repairs equipment by using welding techniques and appropriate welding equipment. * Cleans and prepares surfaces to be welded. Sets up, assembles, and tacks weld parts. * Repairs worn or defective surfaces. * Uses burning equipment to dismantle assemblies and to cut material to size and shape. * Keeps equipment and work area clean and orderly. * May be assigned to dismantle or cut up obsolete equipment, setting aside parts for scrap dealers. * Completes other tasks as may be assigned by the Supervisor. * Must sign acknowledgment of reading and understanding the Company’s safety policy and adhere to all Company safety rules and regulations.   Knowledge and Skills    * Must have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. * Must be willing to work hours as required. * Completion of a formal apprenticeship program or completion of Company training program to the satisfaction of the Supervisor.  * Strong attention to detail, precision, and control. * Emotional Intelligence, collaboration and communication skills * Quick thinker and ability to prioritize safety first  * Organization and project management methodology Qualifications  1. Minimum (2) Two years welding experience 2. Ability to obtain forklift certification as required 3. Must have a valid driver’s license.