Welder job description
Welders are skilled professionals who often work in construction sites where they are responsible for creating, repairing, and fusing metal products or goods using tools that utilize heat to do so. They cut and join different metals such as aluminum, brass, or stainless steel, depending on the need of the project.
Example welder requirements on a job description
- Welding certification or degree.
- At least 2 years of experience in welding.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
- Knowledge of safety standards and regulations.
- Proficiency in welding processes such as MIG, TIG and arc welding.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
Welder job description example 1
Applied Materials welder job description
The Welder positions qualify for a HIRING BONUS package that includes a one-time $3,600 housing subsidy in addition to a $1,400 sign-on bonus.
Key Responsibilities
Proficient welder with the capability of operating TIG, MIG, and Oxy Acetylene welding equipment and common shop tools such as grinders, sanders and hydraulic straightening equipment. Must be able to train Welder I.
Proficient at reading and understanding engineering drawings.
Advanced capability for using measuring equipment (tape measure, framing square, straight edge, calipers, laser level).
Advanced capability for using shop measuring equipment, engineering drawings and cutting equipment to cut stock (tubing, angle iron, channel iron, flat bar, etc.) for welded miscellaneous assemblies and frame assemblies.
Proficient capability for fabricating simple miscellaneous welded assemblies and simple frame assemblies.
Maintains cleanliness of the work area and ensures proper handling of tools, equipment, and stock to prevent loss. Conforms to departmental safety requirements.
Functional Knowledge
- Has developed analytical skills and application of scientific methods to perform a variety of activities
Business Expertise
- Has good understanding of how the team integrates with others
Leadership
- Has no supervisory responsibilities
Problem Solving
- Recognizes and solves typical problems that can occur in own work area without supervisory approval; evaluates and selects solutions from established operating procedures and/or scientific methods
Impact
- Impacts the quality of own work
Interpersonal Skills
- Uses communication skills to exchange of information
Applied Materials is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Employment Opportunity for Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
Welder job description example 2
General Dynamics welder job description
**Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:** Secret
**Job Family:** SCA
High School diploma and/or a technical vocational high school diploma; 2 years of shipboard experience
Applies basic welding processes to join surface fabricate, or repair parts of metal or other weldable materials.
Applies appropriate welding processes to join, surface, fabricate, or repair parts of metal or other weldable materials.
Works from blueprints, engineering sketches, charts or work orders.
Lays out and marks points on parts or subassemblies using rule, square, scribe or templates.
Positions pieces to be welded into jigs, holding fixtures, guides and steps using measuring instruments and hand tools.
Inspects completed work for conformance to specifications.
Provides guidance and work leadership to less-experienced welders.
May serve as a team leader.
Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
Participates in special projects as required.
COVID-19 Vaccination: GDIT does not have a vaccination mandate applicable to all employees. To protect the health and safety of its employees and to comply with customer requirements, however, GDIT may require employees in certain positions to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Vaccination requirements will depend on the status of the federal contractor mandate and customer site requirements.
We are GDIT. The people supporting some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects across the country. We deliver. Bringing the expertise needed to understand and advance critical missions. We transform. Shifting the ways clients invest in, integrate, and innovate technology solutions. We ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. We are there. On the ground, beside our clients, in the lab, and everywhere in between. Offering the technology transformations, strategy, and mission services needed to get the job done.
GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.
Welder job description example 3
ManpowerGroup welder job description
**Starting Pay Rate $23.00HR**
Ferguson is North America's leading value-added distributor across residential, non-residential, new construction and repair, maintenance, and improvement (RMI) end markets. Spanning 34,000 suppliers and more than one million customers, we deliver local expertise, value-added solutions, and the industry's most extensive portfolio of products. From infrastructure, plumbing, and appliances, to HVAC, fire protection, fabrication, and more, we make our customers' complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable.
Ferguson is currently seeking the right individual to fill an immediate need for a Welder! If you have welding experience coupled with a commitment to great customer service, this is the position for you!
**Responsibilities:**
+ Weld outlets onto steel pipe to serve the fire sprinkler industry
+ Perform specialty welding tasks; spool pieces, flanges, etc.
+ Inspects work for defects, dimensions, alignment, end preparations, and seam splits in pipe
+ Maintain a clean and safe welding station while conforming to Ferguson's standards of quality and performance
+ Reports all equipment malfunctions, safety issues, and required repairs
**Qualifications**
+ 3+ years welding experience required
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
+ Strong interpersonal skills and ability to prioritize workload appropriately in order to balance multiple demands and meet timelines as required
+ Continued focus on improving system efficiencies and business practices.
+ Attention to detail, demonstrated integrity and professionalism
+ Desire to learn new things
+ The ability to thrive in an inclusive environment
Ferguson is dedicated to providing meaningful benefits programs and products to our associates and their families-geared toward benefits, wellness, financial protection, and retirement savings. Ferguson offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement savings with company match, paid leave (vacation, sick, personal, holiday, and parental), employee assistance programs, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities, and much more!
ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
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