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Welder 1

Job Details

Big Tex Madill - Madill, OK
Full Time
$17.50 - $20.00 Hourly
Day

Description

Job Overview

The position of a Welder is of great significance to our organization. This position fabricates, assembles, and welds metal/steel components on various trailers to SOP’s/Blueprints/Knowledge /Foreman and/or Lead Instructions. 

 

Job Responsibilities

  • Maintain all company Quality requirements and follow company guidelines utilizing a “Stop and Fix” mindset. 
  • Maintain a clean environment and follow company 5S + Safety Standards. 
  • Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures
  • Determine the appropriate welding equipment, settings, and methods based on requirements
  • Set up components for welding according to specifications
  • Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded
  • Align components using fixtures, tape measure, levels, speed square, clamp pieces.
  • Weld components using manual welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal, or overhead)
  • Prepare trailers and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps
  • Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws
  • Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety
  • Assist other welders in the completing of work to ensure work is completed as efficiently as possible
  • Fast paced environment
  • Ability to consistently lift over 50 lbs and work in awkward positions while bending, stooping, kneeling, or standing for 10 hrs.
  • Other duties as assigned.


 

Qualifications

Experience Required

  • Must possess the skill set to support a safe working environment.
  • Must be able to pass a Horizontal, vertical and overhead weld test.
  • Must be able to read a tape measure, down to 1/16th in.
  • Must be 18 years old.

 

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