National Trench Safety

Overview

The Qualified Welder position involves performing hand welding on complex assemblies and structures using welding equipment to fabricate or repair products. This safety-sensitive role requires compliance with safety regulations and the company's drug and alcohol policy.

Responsibilities

• Receives instructions, prints, and work orders for the job.
• Plans details of working procedure, and tool and material requirements.
• Fabrics equipment by cutting, burning, and welding various metals.
• Repairs equipment using welding techniques and appropriate welding equipment.
• Cleans and prepares surfaces to be welded.
• Sets up, assembles, and tacks weld parts.
• Repairs worn or defective surfaces.
• Uses burning equipment to dismantle assemblies and cut material to size and shape.
• Keeps equipment and work area clean and orderly.
• May be assigned to dismantle or cut up obsolete equipment, setting aside parts for scrap dealers.
• Completes other tasks as may be assigned by the Supervisor.
• Must sign acknowledgment of reading and understanding the Company’s safety policy and adhere to all Company safety rules and regulations.

Requirements

• Minimum one year of welding experience.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification as required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Completion of a formal apprenticeship program or completion of Company training program to the satisfaction of the Supervisor.
• Strong attention to detail, precision, and control.
• Emotional Intelligence, collaboration and communication skills.
• Quick thinker and ability to prioritize safety first.
• Organization and project management methodology.

Additional Information

• Must be willing to work hours as required.
• This position is a safety sensitive role.