Structural Welder

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Company Profile

Crown Technical Systems manufactures and supplies relay panels, steel enclosures, and OEM medium voltage switchgear. The company can provide schematics, wiring drawings, sheet metal design, and fabrication to support its end products.

Job Profile

The company is recruiting a Structural Welder who will be responsible for welding structural steel (c-channels) to fabricate the framing for sheet metal enclosure buildings using welding equipment and techniques.

This position uses the FCAW process.

Education Level

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Work Experience

• Completion of a formal apprenticeship OR 2+ years of experience in the dual shield welding process

License/Certification

• AWS D1.1 FCAW (Flux Core Arc Welding) Certification (required)

Duties/Responsibilities

• Clamp, hold, or tack weld parts to obtain the required configurations and positions for welding
• Determine required equipment and welding techniques, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques
• Lay out, position, align, and secure parts before assembly
• Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area.
• Notifies supervisor when faulty equipment or defective materials are discovered.
• Plans details of work order procedures; gathers required tools and materials based on instructions and specifications provided for the job.
• Weld structural steel (c-channels) in flat, vertical, or overhead positions using welding techniques and equipment
• Complete all other duties as assigned

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Ability to demonstrate proficiency in the FCAW process for structural welding.
• Ability to make jigs and setups
• The ability to read a tape measure.
• Basic math skills to meet technical specifications and measurements
• Overhead crane operation is a plus
• Reading comprehension skills with the ability to interpret and follow written directions, blueprints, and drawings, including weld symbols
• A thorough understanding of machines and tools used in welding techniques, including designs, uses, maintenance, and repair

Work Environment

• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds at times.
• Must be able to see details at close range.
• Must be able to traverse facilities and machinery by climbing, balancing, lifting, walking, stooping, and carrying materials.
• Must be able to weld components that are vertical, flat, or overhead.
• Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.
• Must wear PPE, such as a respirator, welding equipment, gloves, safety glasses, a hard hat, and ear protection, while working on the production floor

Benefits/Perks

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time

Employer’s Statement

Crown Technical Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer.