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Welder Night shift
Drake-Williams Steel, Inc.
Weld and fabricate steel parts for structural, plate, and miscellaneous steel assemblies according to shop drawings and quality requirements.
21d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Omaha, NE
Onsite
Company Size
270 Employees
Service Specialisms
Steel Fabrication
Construction Services
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Industrial
Healthcare
Institutional
Residential
Infrastructure
Role
What you would be doing
weld steel
operate cranes
lift weights
identify errors
move materials
inspect drawings
- Sit only during the break and lunch periods. Rarely one will be able to sit while welding.
- Stoop or crouch on an OCCASIONAL to FREQUENT basis while performing the regular job duties. The position will be held continuously for a few seconds to 15 minutes, depending upon the job.
- Weld together structural, plate or miscellaneous steel fabrication according to the weld symbols, weld procedures, dimensions shown on the shop drawings, and AISC code requirements.
- Stand CONTINUOUSLY over the course of the 8 to 12 hour work shift.
- Attend all meetings as required by management.
- Operate forklifts, jib cranes, and overhead cranes in order to move materials.
- Kneel in the commission of job duties on an OCCASIONAL to FREQUENT basis, depending upon the job. The position will be held continuously for a few minutes to 15 minutes.
- Reach forward CONTINUOUSLY to perform job duties or to retrieve tools. The employee will OCCASIONALLY be required to reach to full forward extension.
- Identify shop drawing errors and discrepancies before or during early stages of fabrication.
- Fabricate sub-pieces of the overall assembly as trained and instructed.
- Reach overhead OCCASIONALLY to guide a beam attached to the cranes and to attach the chains from the crane to the beams or to weld while underneath the beam.
- Lift weights up to 85 pounds from floor to waist OCCASIONALLY, during the 10 to 12 during the work shift. Jib cranes and overhead cranes are available for the employees assistance with lifting.
- Push and pull drawers open and closed OCCASIONALLY to FREQUENTLY to retrieve tools. Employee will OCCASIONALLY push a beam attached to a jib crane orover head crane to properly guide into place. Force varies up to 35 pounds.
- Lift weights up to 20 pounds from floor to chest CONTINUOUSLY, which includes the various tools utilized in the process of performing the usual work duties.
- Walk CONTINUOUSLY over the course of the 8 to 12 hour work shift. The distances walked will range from a distance of a few feet to 60-foot length of a steel beam.
- Identify steel shapes, sizes, and mill tolerances.
- Carry weights noted above distances ranging from a few feet to the 60-feet length of the steel beam.
- Preheat and/or cut work pieces using a hand torch when required. Clean welds of excess weld, splatter or slag using chipping hammers, wire brushes or grinders.
- Climb OCCASIONALLY onto beams stacked on saw horses to guide into place. Employee will OCCASIONALLY climb a ladder of 6 to 10 feet while performing job duties.
- Crawl RARELY under a beam to reach the opposite side. The distance crawled is less than 3 feet.
- Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment. PPE includes steel-toe safety shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses, gloves, and hard hats.
What you bring
aws certified
gmaw, fcaw
certification tests
lifting up to 35 lbs
attention to detail
communication skills
- Hear sufficiently to be aware of safety issues.
- Exposure to fumes, odors and dusts in the shop area OCCASIONALLY.
- Ability to maintain American Welding Society certification on 1-inch plate in flat position using the gas metal arc welding and flux cored arc welding processes.
- Skill in using tape measure or 1 rule.
- Lift weights up to 35 pounds from floor to waist FREQUENTLY, during the 10 to 12 during the work shift.
- Ability to pass a Drake Williams Steel administered basic welding test that covers shop drawing interpretation, weld symbols, welding processes, weld process symbol interpretation and application and a visual acuity test.
- Ability to interpret, understand, and utilize cutting lists, shop orders, and shop drawings.
- Ability to pass the fillet weld break test using the gas metal arc welding process.
- Gross finger dexterity skills to operate the various tools and equipment utilized in the course of standard job duties. A trigger squeeze motion is required to operate the grinders. Fine finger dexterity is not required.
- Balance OCCASIONALLY to climb ladders and to walk on steel beams. Employee will not be working at unprotected heights.
- Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and managers.
- Exposure to solvents, greases, oils, and coolants OCCASIONALLY.
- Consistently and reliably works scheduled hours at assigned locations.
- Ability to operate forklifts, jib hoists, and overhead cranes in a safe and proper manner. Use and understand industry and Drake- Williams Steel adopted hand signals used for crane operations.
- Ability to pass a Drake-Williams Steel administered fitting test that covers shop drawing interpretation, fractional number calculations, basic geometry, etc.
- Ability to make adjustments to welder to insure proper feed rate and temperature.
- Ability to understand and carry out semi-complicated verbal and written instructions.
- High School degree or equivalent.
- Visual ability to read and interpret cut lists and shop drawings. Safety glasses are required in the shop area.
- Ability to multitask.
- Exposure to heat, cold, wet and humid conditions in the shop area OCCASIONALLY.
- Ability to possess pride in own workmanship, demonstrate attention to detail, and work safely.
- Ability to operate a cutting torch to meet American Welding Society specifications.
- Minimum of six months of experience working as a welder for a steel fabricator or manufacturer, or a one-year degree or certificate in welding technology from a qualified trade school or college.
- Ability to work under periodic supervision focused on the progress of work and setting priorities for job completion.
- Ability to read, write, and perform higher arithmetic computations involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers, decimals and fractions.
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1882
Year Established
The company was established in Omaha as a steam-boiler maker.
1920s Innovation
Launched Omaha Buckets
They survived the Great Depression by introducing Omaha Buckets in the 1920s.
Pivoted in 1958
Shifted to Structural Steel
A significant pivot to structural steel manufacturing in 1958 expanded their capabilities.
260K sq. ft. Facilities
Fabrication Area Size
They operate over 260,000 square feet of fabrication space with advanced facilities.
- Survived the Great Depression by launching Omaha Buckets in the 1920s, then pivoted to structural steel in 1958.
- Evolved through four generations of family leadership into a world-class fabrication facility with plants in NE, IA, CO.
- Major projects range from institutional and healthcare buildings like TD Ameritrade HQ to rail components and bridges.
- The 2011 acquisition of Mountain Steel Division broadened capabilities and geographic presence into Colorado.
- Went employee-owned via ESOP in 2014, fueling modernization, robotic fabrication, and lean-manufacturing initiatives.
- Services cover structural, rebar, miscellaneous & railroad steel, coatings, detailing, distribution, and contract fabrication.
- Committed to delivering exceptional steel products and services to clients.
- Focused on continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence.
- Valuing integrity, transparency, and ethical conduct in all business practices.
- Dedicated to safety and well-being of employees, customers, and communities.
- Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment where every employee can thrive.
2040
Target Year for Net Zero Emissions
Aiming to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2040.
- Committed to sustainability and minimizing environmental impact.
- Active implementation of recycling programs and energy-efficient practices in operations.
- Utilization of sustainable materials and techniques in manufacturing processes.
- Maintains certifications and complies with environmental regulations.
- Fosters a diverse workforce and promotes inclusive practices.
- Has a dedicated team working towards increasing workforce diversity in all departments.
- Aims to ensure equitable opportunities for all employees regardless of gender, race, or background.
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