Welder

Location: Zolfo Springs, FL

Position Summary

A Welder is responsible for assembling pieces of metal together or repairing damage in metal components using heavy machinery that emits high heat, melting the metal into shape. Their duties include reviewing blueprints, cutting metal into the appropriate shape, and smoothing molten metal to remove creases.

Key Responsibilities

• Embrace Forgen's Core Values in all aspects of the job.
• Analyze and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
• Prepare required documentation including work orders, parts lists, and timecards in an accurate and timely manner.
• Reading and understanding blueprints prior to starting a project.
• Sourcing the materials to be used in the project.
• Measuring and cutting materials to specifications.
• Welding materials using the correct materials to join the metals together.
• Checking finished work to make sure that it falls within the tolerances marked on the blueprints.
• Perform assigned tasks in a timely, accurate and efficient manner.
• Follow manufacturer and company service guidelines and procedures to ensure safe quality work and to preserve and document component failure information for accurate failure analysis.
• Maintain a safe working environment and observe all safety procedures, laws, policies, and rules.
• Communicate with equipment manager and field managers in a manner which promotes a positive relationship.
• Work overtime as needed and within labor law guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Five (5) or more years of welding experience.
• Valid Driver's License and ability to drive on behalf of company business.

Preferred Qualifications

• The following safety training is preferred, but not mandatory. Company will provide additional training, as necessary.
  
  
  
  • 40 Hour HAZWOPER training
  • Competent Person Safety Training
  • 8-Hour Supervisory Training
  • 30-Hour OSHA Construction Safety Training
  • First Aid and CPR
  
  
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Preferred knowledge on the following topics:
  
  
  
  • Operational characteristics of a variety of heavy, power-driven equipment.
  • Maintenance requirements of heavy, power-driven equipment.
  • Methods and materials used in general construction and maintenance work.
  • Principles and techniques of field maintenance activities.
  • Traffic laws, ordinances, and rules involved in heavy equipment operation.
  • Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
  • Welding Machine set-up: Mig/Tig welding and hard facing of carbon; low alloy steels using solid and flux-cored wire; finishing of welds (chipping, grinding, sanding).
  • Fabricating carbon, stainless and low alloy steels; Blueprint Reading and Weld Symbols (AWS and ISO); Weld joint prep; Hand plasma and oxy/fuel torches.
  
  
  
  
• Ability to become forklift and boom lift certified.
• Math and Measurement Skills: Tape measure, Scale, Calipers, Fillet weld gauge.
• Maintain a tool inventory sufficient to perform assigned tasks.
• Ability to embrace a culture of safety.
• Experience working in an environment which demands outstanding safety performance a plus.
• Operate heavy power-driven equipment.
• Ability to perform a variety of skilled construction and maintenance tasks.
• Ability to perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods in unfavorable weather conditions.
• Ability to understand field survey markers.
• Ability to work on slopes and uneven surfaces.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Work extended hours, including evenings and weekends as required.
• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative.
• Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity.
• Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt.
• Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives.
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.
• Excellent computer skills including knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Excel.
• Above average oral and written communication skills.
• Highly proactive and responsive to internal and external customers.
• Ability to work independently.
• Good problem-solving skills/decision-making skills.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, extended standing or walking on project sites, climbing in and out of equipment, and working in confined spaces or at heights. Work conditions and demands may vary, with possible exposure to heavy machinery, chemicals, dust, fumes, noise, and extreme weather. Proper PPE, including protective eyewear, gloves, a hard hat, and steel-toed boots, is required. Effective communication, tool use, and adherence to safety protocols are essential.

This job description outlines the general scope of work and is not exhaustive. Employees may be assigned additional duties as needed. Requirements may be adjusted to accommodate disabilities, except where they pose a direct safety risk.