Drake-Williams Steel

Overview

The Welder/Fitter position involves welding steel parts for various assemblies according to shop drawings and quality requirements. The role requires attention to detail and the ability to work under supervision while ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

Responsibilities

• Weld steel parts for structural, plate, and miscellaneous steel assemblies per shop drawings.
• Identify steel shapes, sizes, and mill tolerances.
• Preheat and/or cut work pieces using a hand torch when required.
• Clean welds of excess weld, splatter or slag using appropriate tools.
• Fabricate sub-pieces of the overall assembly as trained and instructed.
• Identify shop drawing errors and discrepancies during fabrication.
• Operate forklifts, jib cranes, and overhead cranes to move materials.
• Attend all required meetings as directed by management.
• Consistently work scheduled hours at assigned locations.

Requirements

• High School degree or equivalent.
• Minimum of six months of experience as a welder for a steel fabricator or manufacturer.
• Ability to read, write, and perform arithmetic computations.
• Ability to understand and carry out semi-complicated verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and managers.
• Skill in using a tape measure or rule.
• Maintain American Welding Society certification on 1-inch plate in flat position.
• Pass the fillet weld break test using the gas metal arc welding process.
• Pass a basic welding test covering shop drawing interpretation and welding processes.
• Pass a fitting test covering shop drawing interpretation and basic geometry.
• Ability to interpret and utilize cutting lists, shop orders, and shop drawings.
• Ability to operate a cutting torch to meet specifications.
• Ability to operate forklifts, jib hoists, and overhead cranes safely.
• Ability to make adjustments to welder for proper feed rate and temperature.
• Ability to multitask.

Additional Information

• Employee is expected to work 40 hours a week, with potential overtime and weekend work.