Wabtec Corporation

Overview

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services. The Welder WMS 3W position involves performing multiple tasks to support the fabrication of locomotive and mining components, including welding and assembly work, while promoting a cooperative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform FCAW, SMAW, and GMAW welding processes and procedures.
• Weld with wire sizes ranging from .035 to 3/32 Solid and Flux Cored wire.
• Weld in all positions: flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead.
• Work with hot rolled plate, sheet, pipe, and stainless steel.
• Perform assembly work including parts alignment to close fractional dimensions.
• Finish components by filling, grinding, sanding, straightening, heating, and shrinking.
• Test fabrications and welds for oil or air leaks, and pressure testing.
• Conduct plasma cutting and air arc cutting operations.
• Set up and run simple welding operations.
• Pry and set heavy equipment.
• Install and connect piping and plumbing components.
• Use standard machine tools and a variety of hand, electric, and pneumatic tools.
• Apply paint including dry sanding, masking, and touch up.
• Install and connect wiring harnesses and electronic components.
• Transport materials using radio-controlled cranes, forklifts, and tuggers.
• Collaborate with facility employees to improve manufacturing processes.
• Promote a climate of cooperation and mentor others in quality and safety.
• Perform basic assembly work.

Requirements

• Graduate of a welding program with 1 year of welding experience or 3 years of industrial/construction welding experience.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High-school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Willingness to wear PPE such as respirators and weld jackets.
• Willingness to work in a tobacco-free environment.
• Willingness to take a drug test and submit to a background check.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
• Ability to work occasional weekends and scheduled overtime.
• Pass a qualification based on AWS D1.1 weld qualifications.
• Proficient in FCAW, SMAW, and GMAW welding processes.
• Experience with wire sizes ranging from .035 to 3/32 solid and flux cored wire.
• Ability to perform welding in all positions.
• Ability to read simple to complex blueprints and manufacturing instructions.
• Ability to complete some operations at heights up to 20 ft.
• Ability to climb and complete work on ladders.
• Ability to lift material up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to properly use and care for assigned tools and equipment.
• Ability to adhere to standards and complete quality jobs safely.
• Basic computer skills.
• Every employee will be an in-process inspector.

Additional Information

• Starting pay rate is $34.10 per hour, with potential increases after 6 months and 4 years.
• Night shift differential of $1/hr.
• 4-day work week (Monday through Thursday), 10-hour shifts from 3:15PM to 1:45AM.