Alstom

Overview

Alstom is seeking a full-time A-Arc Welder in Hornell, NY, offering a starting pay of $34.99 per hour for a union position. The role involves applying advanced welding expertise in a rail vehicle manufacturing environment, focusing on quality, safety, and collaboration with various teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform all welding operations required for rail vehicle manufacturing.
• Set up and operate GMAW (MIG), GTAW (TIG), and Resistance Spot Welding equipment with minimal supervision.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, weld symbols, and welding sequences.
• Set up and utilize jigs, fixtures, and fabrication equipment.
• Weld a variety of materials including carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
• Inspect welded assemblies and perform dimensional verification to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Support Engineering and Quality teams by communicating design, process, or material concerns.
• Train and guide less experienced welders while promoting best practices.
• Assist with new process development, root cause analysis, and manufacturing troubleshooting.
• Maintain compliance with all Alstom Zero Deviation Procedures and Environmental, Health & Safety requirements.
• Utilize digital tools and technology to support daily manufacturing activities.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, vocational degree, welding certificate, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 8+ years of welding experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, or heavy industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of GMAW, GTAW, and Resistance Spot Welding processes.
• Experience with additional welding processes such as SMAW and FCAW.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and weld symbols.
• Knowledge of material properties and welding procedures for carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and burning equipment.
• Understanding of fabrication methods, fixture setup, and mechanical principles.
• Knowledge of post-weld finishing techniques, including stainless steel graining, passivation, and straightening.
• Familiarity with non-destructive testing methods such as dye penetrant and magnetic particle inspection.
• Ability to inspect weldments to applicable acceptance criteria and perform dimensional measurements.
• AWS, ANST, or equivalent welding certifications, or the ability to obtain certification.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established work instructions and operational sequences.
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Adaptability, customer focus, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Ability to pass required visual acuity testing and demonstrate acceptable hand-eye coordination.

Benefits

• Competitive union wage package starting at $34.99 per hour.
• Ongoing training and skill development opportunities.

Additional Information

• Location: Hornell, NY.
• Union position.