LSA Fabrication - Welder

Job DetailsJob Location: Lafayette Steel and Aluminum of Lafayette - Lafayette, IN 47904Position Type: Full-Time/Part-TimeEducation Level: High SchoolTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: AnyJob Category: ManufacturingPrincipal Objective of Position:                                                                                                                          

The Welder joins metal parts and fills seams and holes of metal components. They follow sketches and specifications, inspect equipment and structures, and follow and maintain knowledge of safety protocol.         

Essential Functions:                                                                                                                                                

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned.  Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Uses electricity and torches to produce heat and solder together components made from steel, titanium, copper, and other metals
Consults blueprints and sketches to execute jobs and tasks to specification
Assesses equipment, structures, materials, and job specifications for appropriate welding positions and methods
Monitors equipment for appropriate usage and temperature
Maintains a thorough knowledge of universal standards and specifications to meet building codes and legal requirements
Develops working knowledge of dozens of methods used for welding a variety of materials and components
Operates specialized machinery for industrial welding or supervises robots that do the same
Trims metal components using heat, fire, and electricity
Takes apart and disposes of large metal objects like automobiles, ships, and other structures
Monitors work environment for hazards and maintains healthy ventilation levels to avoid particle or gas inhalation
Follows safety protocol, including wearing heat-resistant gloves, protective masks, and safety shoes

Other Responsibilities:                                                                                                                                           

Other duties as assigned

 
QualificationsEducation and Experience Required:                                                                                                              

1-2 years related experience and/or training

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

Must understand different types of material
Must have the ability to perform tasks while following safety protocol
Must have good observations skills
Must have attention to detail
Recognition of positional dangers and fire explosives
The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong
Must have basic skill set to safely and effectively operate all welding tools

Preferred Qualifications:      

High School diploma or equivalent, preferred

Work Environment:                                                                                                                                                  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibrations. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.