Job Description

Overview

Join UCT and be part of the fastest-growing sector in the world! UCT is looking for a talented Welder IV to perform advanced welding, fabrication, and repair of metal components using MIG and TIG techniques in Chandler, ensuring precision and quality in a diverse workplace committed to continuous innovation.

Responsibilities

  • Interpret work orders, prints, and instructions to plan welding procedures, tools, and material requirements.
  • Perform MIG and TIG welding on steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and sheet metal components to meet AWS standards.
  • Lay out, fit, tack, and fabricate weldments with multiple details using fixtures and jigs where applicable.
  • Clean and prepare surfaces for welding; inspect completed welds for compliance with quality standards.
  • Operate welding machines, hand tools, air tools, and grinders; perform minor equipment maintenance.
  • Use measuring devices to ensure accuracy and precision.
  • Maintain safe work practices and adhere to company safety policies.
  • Assume responsibility for assigned tools and equipment; perform other duties as required.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent experience.
  • 4+ years of experience in welding.
  • Two-year vocational welding program or equivalent experience.
  • Expert proficiency in MIG and especially TIG welding techniques and processes.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and AWS welding symbols accurately.
  • Skilled in working with steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and sheet metal.
  • Strong understanding of welding machine setup and operation.
  • Ability to perform welds that meet visual inspection and destructive testing standards.
  • Proficiency in using measuring tools and performing basic math calculations.
  • Knowledge of fabrication techniques, cutting, burning, and surface preparation.
  • Competence in operating hand tools, air tools, and electric grinders safely and effectively.

Additional Information

  • Work is performed primarily in a manufacturing environment.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.
  • Required to wear personal protective equipment where applicable.
  • May involve exposure to noise hazard areas.
  • Overnight travel may be required depending upon assignment.