Welder

Job Description

 

Department:     

              

Location:            Sedalia, MO 

 

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform electric arc/wire welding on various types of metal  Use of oxygen/acetylene cutting torches and plasma cutting tools  Fit and weld parts for heavy equipment assembly  Support welding department with variety of essential and varied tasks as needed   Perform daily clean up procedures on equipment and general work areas  Abide by all safety policies and procedures  

 

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Must have ability to read engineering drawings  Requires a working knowledge of welding and cutting equipment, such as MIG welders, torches, and plasma cutter  Previous experience with overhead cranes required  Requires ability to be certified to AWS.B21-1-020-94 and AWS. D1.1-10  Candidate must be able to work designated shift and overtime when necessary  Minimum one year of welding experience preferred  Basic computer navigation and software skills needed for onboarding and daily timekeeping Must be at least 18 years of age  Successful applicant must complete a pre-employment drug test and background check.  

 

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

Maintain excellent attendance, work ethic, and a positive attitude  Have good and reliable transportation  Must always be able to complete computer-based corporate safety training programs and practice PPE compliance. Experience working in a fast-paced industrial environment wearing vision protection, steel-toed shoes/boots, and other appropriate protective clothing  Welders that already have certification preferred  

 

Working Conditions:

The job is performed under extreme temperature variations and some hazardous conditions.  Must be able to safely operate equipment at heights up to and exceeding 100 feet.  

 

Physical Requirements:

Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing on ladders and platforms of heights above 42”, significant stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling throughout a 10-12 hour day, and up to 60 hours per week.  

 

 This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.