AAON

Overview

The Welder Helper - Sheet Metal position involves assisting experienced welders in preparing materials, operating equipment, and maintaining a safe work environment to support the welding process.

Responsibilities

• Assists Welder I and Welder II in various welding tasks as directed.
• Prepares workpieces for welding by cleaning, grinding, and scraping as necessary.
• Helps set up welding equipment and tools under supervision.
• Handles and stores welding materials and equipment properly.
• Operates power tools and hand tools under guidance.
• Reads and interprets basic welding blueprints and instructions.
• Assists in tack welding components together for final welding.
• Supports Welder I and Welder II in maintaining a safe and clean work environment.
• Learns and follows safety procedures and guidelines at all times.
• Assists in training and mentoring new helpers as needed.

Requirements

• This is an entry level position.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of hand and power tools.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to operate and maintain production equipment.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and regulations.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new processes and technologies.

Additional Information

• Ability to work in manufacturing facilities and regularly be exposed to varying and extreme temperatures, loud noises, dust, chemical fumes, sharp metal objects and heavy forklift traffic.
• This position is designated as a safety-sensitive job and therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including random testing.