Job description
Job ID: 16919
Summary/Objective
The Welder works from drawings and with a team to fabricate and weld components based on product specifications.
Essential Functions
- Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations
- Joins, fabricates and metal material
- Inspects completed welds to determine structural soundness and product appearance consistency
- Maintain departmental housekeeping standards
- Provide other reasonable services as the Company may request from time to time
Competencies
- Problem Solving/Analysis
- Teamwork Orientation
- Attention to Detail
Supervisory Responsibility
None
Work Environment
The job operates in all areas of the NARSTCO facility and work will require exposure to loud noises, machines, fumes, heat/cold, sparks, metal dust and industrial moving parts in the plant facility.
The company supplies a welding hood and the position requires the use of safety glasses and shoes, grinding shield, tight-fitting clothing without tears, hearing protection and gloves.
Physical Demands
The employee may be required to sit, stand, kneel, or crouch and work may involve heavy lifting of up to 50 pounds individually and assistance must be required for anything over 50 pounds. Vision must be 20/20 (with the assistance of corrective lenses if needed).
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Hours of work are based on a shift schedule up to 40 hours a week, and overtime depending on company internal and external project demands.
Travel
Local
Required Education and Experience
- High School diploma or GED required
- Must be 18 years or older
- Trade/vocational school with certification preferred
- 1-3 years MIG welding experience required
- Five + years welding experience to include MIG welding in lieu of trade/vocational school or certification
- Ability to read and understand blueprints and weld symbols preferred
- Knowledge of the metric system preferred
- Accurately measure and lay out locations for welded components required
- Operate grinder, drill, band saw and torch preferred
- Knowledge on how to set-up weld machine and lay a quality bead required
- Ability to work well with tools and machinery required
- Experience in industrial, production manufacturing and fabrication preferred
As a US Department of Transportation contractor, RailWorks is required to comply with all current Federal DOT regulations, including drug testing. At this time, Federal DOT drug tests do not allow for the use of marijuana, even in states that allow medical and/or recreational use. Accordingly, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test that includes marijuana prior to being hired.
AAP/EEO Statement
NARSTCO provides equal employee opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status as a covered veteran or any legally protected class in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NARSTCO complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, training and social recreational programs.
RailWorks Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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