Central Power Systems & Services

Overview

Central Power Systems & Services is a privately held company established in 1954, dedicated to forging long-lasting partnerships through first-class customer support. They are seeking a Welder/Fabricator to contribute to their mission by ensuring quality workmanship and safety in the production of electric generators.

Responsibilities

• Safely cut, fit, position, tack, and weld metal components and assemblies according to blueprints, drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Perform welding and fabrication using various processes, including MIG, TIG/Heli-Arc, oxy-acetylene, and soldering.
• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, weld symbols, measurements, and technical specifications to complete work accurately.
• Select appropriate welding methods, materials, settings, and techniques based on the type and thickness of material being fabricated.
• Fabricate components and assemblies using steel, stainless steel, copper, aluminum, and other metals as required.
• Operate welding machines, cutting equipment, grinders, saws, and other fabrication tools and equipment safely and effectively.
• Use torches and other equipment to cut, heat, shape, straighten, and modify metal components.
• Inspect completed welds and fabricated components for proper fit, alignment, dimensions, appearance, and quality.
• Monitor welding equipment for proper operation, settings, and temperature and report equipment issues as needed.
• Maintain welding equipment, tools, and work areas in a clean, safe, and functional condition.
• Follow established welding procedures, quality standards, safety requirements, and applicable industry standards.
• Maintain proper ventilation and monitor the work area for welding fumes, gases, sparks, and other potential hazards.
• Properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE), including welding helmets, safety glasses, gloves, protective clothing, hearing protection, and safety footwear.
• Identify and report safety hazards, equipment problems, material issues, or quality concerns to leadership.
• Work collaboratively with other Welders, Fabricators, Machine Operators, Production, Quality, Engineering, and other departments as needed.
• Assist with material preparation, layout, grinding, finishing, and other fabrication activities.
• Maintain accurate work and production documentation as required.
• Maintain good housekeeping and a clean, organized work area.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to safety, quality, efficiency, and production.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Completion of a bona fide welding/fabrication apprenticeship; or five years of previous welding/fabrication experience; or a combination of previous work experience and formal training equivalent to a bona fide apprenticeship program.
• Knowledge and experience in the construction, fabrication, or manufacturing industries.
• Demonstrated skills in metal fabrication and straightening.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to follow established safety rules, procedures, and quality standards.
• Ability to work respectfully and professionally with coworkers and leadership.
• Ability and willingness to work assigned schedules, change shifts, work more than eight hours per day, and work overtime as required while maintaining reliable attendance.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO
• 401k

Additional Information

• This position works in an industrial manufacturing environment and may involve exposure to welding fumes, sparks, heat, smoke, dust, industrial noise, moving equipment, chemicals, and varying temperatures.
• Proper PPE and established safety procedures are required.