Fabrication Welder

MLGW is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. No information obtained in this application is intended to be used for such discrimination.

Fabricator Welder will train and direct employees in and perform fabrication, forging, welding, repair and installation of metal items. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\: Forge/repair various items such as valve, cut off/water box keys, meter hooks, caulking tools, pick points, jack hammer/star drills, chisels and wrecking bars by performing such tasks as selecting appropriate metal or process and heating/hammering/grinding and tempering articles. Perform electric arc/oxyacetylene/MIG and TIG welding on stainless steel, cast iron, copper, aluminum and other various metal items; inspect/service welding equipment, gates, lifting cable and various hydraulic equipment.

Design/construct jigs, patterns, tools, fixtures, dies and other equipment as requested. Read and interpret blueprints; measure, design, lay out and draw prints for various jobs. Operate Division vehicle, overhead crane, forklifts and various machinery such as optical torch cutters, benders, saws, drill/punch and hydraulic presses, shears, grinders, lathes and other various shop machinery. Cut/thread rods and pipes; sharpen picks, chisels, asphalt cutters, shovels and axes; replace handles on various tools; splice wires and cables. Install/maintain and repair rolling doors. Prepare required paperwork such as work sheets, daily time/mileage and maintenance reports. Perform other duties as directed.