Welder/Fitter

Company: SME Steel Industries
Location: West Jordan
Posted on: January 15, 2021

Job Description:

Job Description Fabricate metal components to assemble structural forms, such as building members, columns, joists, frames, stairs, railings and other parts, using knowledge of welding techniques, metallurgy, and engineering requirements. Responsibilities - Secures parts and assemblies according to specifications, using appropriate tools and measuring devices. - Tack-welds or welds components and assemblies, using electric, gas, arc, or other welding equipment. - Is certified as a fillet welder in the (2G) horizontal position. - Welds components in flat or horizontal, and vertical positions. - Cuts work pieces, using powered saws, hand shears, or chipping knife. - Learns SME testing procedures on welded surfaces, such as hydrostatic, x-ray, and dimension tolerance to evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications. - Inspects grooves, angles, or gap allowances, using micrometer, caliper, and precision measuring instruments. - Removes rough spots from work piece, using portable grinder, hand file, or scraper. - Heats, forms, and dresses metal parts, using hand tools, torch, or arc welding equipment. - Ignites torch and adjusts valves, amperage, or voltage to obtain desired flame or arc. - Determines required equipment and welding method, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques. - Moves structural elements by hand and machine through the use of chain rigging, overhead/jib crane, material conveyor, or transfer stations and other material handling equipment. - Inspects equipment, structural components, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects. - Other duties that may be assigned. Qualifications Prefer High School diploma, GED or equivalent 0 - 3 years work experience. Possess general knowledge of blue prints and shop drawings, especially all weld symbols. Must possess and have skill with the following basic tools: chipping hammer, wire brush, fillet weld gauges, hood, adjustable wrench, hex key set, and wire cutters. Must be certified as a fillet welder in the (2G) horizontal position. Must have a general understanding of welding parameters including welding symbols, and general welding procedures. Must be able to work under general shop supervision and maintain shop production standards with excellent quality and low rejection rates. Ability to maintain a professional relationship with co-workers. Additional Information Send resume to billy.raymond@smesteel.com.

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