Overview
Under the guidance of supervision, the mechanic in the weld shop welds plate shells, nozzles, tubes and other items to repair/fabricate heat exchangers.
MAJOR DUTIES:
Performs heliarc welding, submerged arc welding and manual welding on components as assigned
Welds tube ends to tube sheets
Welds tube caps with heliarc welder.
Welds root passes, tube sheets to shells
Corrects welds as necessary
Trains (on job training) other employees as needed.
Controls his/her own welding supply usage
Other duties and welding methods as assigned.
Aids crane operator by visual and vocal signals when parts/assemblies are being positioned or lifted.
Sets up and performs jobs based on shop practices and procedures.
Performs internal quality control of welding procedures.