Sets up equipment and welds parts, using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc, or gas welding equipment
May repair products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts, using a cutting torch, straightening press, and hand tools
Bolts, clamps, and tack-welds parts to secure in position for welding
Selects equipment and plans layout, assembly, and welding, applying knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal machining weld shrinkage, and welding techniques
Lays out, positions, aligns and fits components together
May assemble parts by bolting and riveting
Requirements
mig welding
shielded metal
aws certification
verbal communication
organization
weld quality
Familiarity with basic weld quality requirements
Four years of experience and appropriate welding certifications for the type of welds to be performed
Good verbal communication skills
Familiarity with steel fabrication safety requirements