Overview
SUMMARY
Welds metal parts with gas welding equipment as specified by layout, welding
diagram, or work order by performing the following duties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Positions parts in jigs or fixtures on bench or floor, or clamps parts togetheralong layout marks.
- Selects torch, torch tip, filler rod and flux, according to welding chart specifications or type and thickness of metal.
- Connects regulator valves and hoses to oxygen and fuel gas cylinders, and welding torch.
- Turns regulator valves to activate flow of gases, lights torch and adjusts gas mixture and pressure, to obtain desired flame.
- Holds torch at proper angle to metal and guides along weld joint, applying filler rod to molten area to form weld.
- Examines weld for bead size and other specifications.
- Repairs broken or cracked metal objects, fills holes, and builds up metal parts.
- Applies flux to workpiece instead of filler rod.
- Preheats workpiece in furnace or with torch. Lays out, positions, and tack welds workpieces.
- Welds along vertical or overhead weld lines. Scarfs or grooves weld prior to applying filler metal.
- Chips or grinds off excess weld, slag, or spatter.
- Cleans or degreases parts.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Job Type: Full-time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 – $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Overtime
Work Location: One location