Lead Fitter / Welder

As a Lead Fitter/Welder, you will be responsible for fabricating a wide range of miscellaneous metal projects. This includes cutting and welding metal pieces and products using flame-cutting and hand-welding equipment.

Minimum Starting Salary: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour - depending on experience

Nights: Monday - Thursday 4:00pm to 3:00am - Plus a $2.00 shift differential

Essential Functions:

• Prepare, assemble, and tack weld parts and surfaces to be welded.

• Maintain, organize, and keep work area and equipment in operating condition.

• Hand-weld and/or flame-cut equipment to join metal components.

• Cut and scarf using an oxy-acetylene torch.

• Structural welding using FCAW & SMAW.

• Align and fit parts according to specifications using jacks, turnbuckles, wedges, drift pins, pry bars, and hammers.

• Properly assemble and disassemble weld setups.

• Remove high spots and cut bevels using hand files, portable grinders, and cutting torches.

• Reshape metal workpieces to establish specifications.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of metal and basic shop fabrication equipment.

• Knowledge and proficiency in MIG welding with the ability to pass a welding test.

• Knowledge of TIG welding is a plus.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

• Ability to withstand pressure and adapt to change.

• Ability to multi-task while meeting strict deadlines.