Welder I

Welder I Temp to Hire 1st Shift: 4/10 shifts starting at 6am, ending at 4:30pm; with a 30-minute lunch and 2 breaks (morning and afternoon) $24 - $27/hr • *NON-structural welders** Combo pipe welders are highly preferred Job Summary: The Welder I performs basic welding tasks under close supervision. This role is ideal for individuals beginning their welding careers and seeking to develop foundational skills in a production or maintenance environment. Responsibilities/Job Duties: • Completes tasks as assigned by supervisor or lead welder on time. • Follows instructions from trainers for welding techniques. • Fabricates or prepares parts as needed by grinding, cutting, tacking, or welding. • Inspect welds for quality and adherence to specifications. • Assembles various components for installation on packages and installs them on the package. • Keeps the work area clean and puts tools away when finished. • Accurately fills out timecards and job assignments. • Perform routine welding tasks using MIG, TIG, or Stick techniques. • Read and interpret basic blueprints and welding symbols. • Assist in the setup and maintenance of welding equipment. • Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean work area. • Asks questions to better understand fabrication requirements and company expectations. • Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements: • Strong attention to detail with a commitment to delivering high-quality work. • Ability to work effectively in a team environment, communicate clearly, and contribute to shared goals. • Willingness to learn and follow established processes, procedures, and safety standards. • Self-motivated and proactive, with a positive attitude and a strong work ethic. • Flexible availability, including willingness to work overtime or extended hours as needed to meet project deadlines. Welding Proficiency: • Must successfully pass a 1G MIG weld test. • Actively working toward passing the 6G MIG weld test. • Demonstrates intermediate-level fit-up skills, including alignment and positioning of components. • Produces visually acceptable welds with minimal cleanup required prior to grinding or buffing. Technical Knowledge: • Understands and interprets shop book drawings at an intermediate level. • Applies intermediate knowledge of welding machine settings and aligns them with Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS). • Uses measurement tools (e.g., tape measures, levels) accurately and consistently. • Possesses a basic understanding of mathematics relevant to welding tasks (e.g., measurements, angles, tolerances). Education and Experience: • Completion of at least a 1-year formal apprenticeship or welding training program, or • Completion of a 2-year welding program from an accredited institution (may substitute 2 years of related experience for 1 year of education, not to count toward the experience requirement). • Minimum of 2 years of relevant welding experience, with no more than a 1-year gap in welding activity. • Experience in lieu of education will be considered.