Job Description
Welder Position
RDR is seeking a welder to add to our Piping and Mechanical Fabrication shop division.
The welder will report directly to the shop supervisor in a busy fabrication shop. This individual will work from drawings or actual examples to assemble new or replacement parts and mechanical structures with a great deal of precision.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
- Read blueprints and drawings, as well as take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures.
- Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.
- Set up components for welding according to specifications (e.g., cut material with powered saws to match measurements.)
- Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded.
- Align components using calipers, rulers, etc. and clamp pieces.
- Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal, or overhead).
- Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps.
- Test and inspect welded surfaces and structures to discover flaws.
- Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.
- Produce templates and other work aids.
Education/Experience Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Proven experience as a welder: 3 years+.
- Experience with MIG welding is required. TIG welding experience is a plus.
- Experience in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, calipers, cutting torches, shears, etc.)
- Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings.
- Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing. (Face shield, gloves, etc.)
- Experience with fabricating and working in a fabrication shop.
- Professional Certification (E.g. an AWS welding certificate) will be a plus.
- Experience with CNC equipment and machines is a plus.
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Health Insurance
- Retirement benefits or accounts.
- Weekly Pay
RDR Utility Services Group is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about RDR, visit our website at EOE/Veterans/Minorities/Women/Disabled/Military Friendly Employer
RDR Utility Service Group
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