Welder
Performs a variety of electric arc, inert gas and heliarc welding in flat, horizontal and vertical and overhead positions on structural apparatus or metal precuts including pre-heated, stress-relieved work requiring root penetration which may be subject to Magnaflux, x-ray or pressure-tight welding test
Interpret blueprints, specifications, diagrams or schematics to determine appropriate welding process, including weld requirement symbology
Perform specialized complex, TIG welds (hand)
Perform structural welds
Maintain regular checks on welding equipment ensuring that machines are operating properly
Work towards Dakota welder certification training
Plan work and selects proper tools working within precise limits or standards of accuracy
Visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings
Compare and see differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects
Work with all materials including stainless steel, carbon, and aluminum
Set up and calibrate power supply with the correct welding program
Weld together metal components of products such as piping systems, pipe and tube or structural shapes, using arc and arc gas welding equipment
Understand weld logs
Perform complex welding re-work
Manipulate parts to match print and dimensional specifications
Complete parts to acceptable standards ensuring customer satisfaction
Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations
Join, fabricate, and repair metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques
Work with fixturing, Acorn Table, and weld set up parameters (amps, volts, etc.)
Work with conventional and precision measuring instruments
May conduct process and peer inspection
May perform limited E/M assembly
Expert knowledge of wire and filler materials applications for various stainless steel alloys, aluminum, and some exotic materials