Welder I

JOB SUMMARY
Perform manual and semi-automatic welding on all types of materials, components, and products.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Setup, adjust, and operate all types of manual and semi-automatic welding equipment (i.e. SMAW,
GMAW, FCAW, Bortech) in accordance with the proper Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) in an
efficient manner.
• Ensure welding is being done such that welds are capable of passing RT and UT
requirements.
• Verify welding and material is in accordance with drawings, standards, and
specifications.
• Perform pre-heat and post-heat operations.
• Perform all types of gouging operations.
• Maintain accurate welding and material records.
• Clean up welds by grinding, buffing, and/or other means to provide an acceptable surface
condition.
• Assist and train other welders, as required.
• Report abnormal conditions of equipment to Foreman.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Work in a safe and secure manner and comply with the safety rules and procedures.
• Weld fixtures, temporary lugs, dies, and other non-production items in accordance with the
proper WPS.
• Perform small repairs and preventative maintenance on the welding equipment.
• Assist in placing and removing pieces, components, and products to/from the welding
area.
• Operate jib cranes, forklifts, and other mobile equipment (except heavy cranes) for the moving
of material, components, and equipment from location to location within the plant. Occasionally
operate overhead cranes and towmotors in support of small moves to continue production within the
department.
• Perform general laborer duties as required (i.e. grinding, loading and unloading of trucks and
railcars, bricking furnace).
• Keep working area clean and perform housekeeping duties around the plant as required (i.e.
pickup tools, roll-up hoses and cables, sweep).