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EXPLUS INC
Metal Technician / Welder
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What they do
An Iron or Steel Worker installs iron or steel beams, girders or columns that create the structural frame for tall buildings, bridges or other large structures.
$65,892 / year median in Virginia
+11% projected growth
Job Description
FUNCTIONAL ROLE
: The role of this position is to serve as a fabricator, machinist and welder on projects requiring steel and/or aluminum fabrication, and be able to assist wood shop when necessary.REQUIREMENTS
:Education:
H.S. Diploma. Minimum of 2 year's experience in metal shop fabrication.JOB TASKS AND DUTIES
- Ability to operate shop
Machines:
- Bridgeport Manual milling machines
- Manual Metal lathe
- Hydraulic Brake Press
- Horizontal and vertical Bandsaws
- Metal cutting chop saws
- Iron worker
Welding Machines:
MIG and TIG- Drill Press
- Ability to read and fabricate from shop drawings
- Ability to take Parts from fabrication stage to paint ready with precision welding, grinding and sanding. Good metal finishing abilities required.
- Strong Basic Math skills
- Ability to work with other people as a team
- Must be able to weld various metals and alloys using
MIG, TIG
with functional and presentable looking weld beads.- Must be proficient at TIG welding Aluminum
- Machine and assemble metal components as required.
- Proficient in layout, drilling, countersinking, tapping, fixturing
- Measures work piece for conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators, and gauges.
- Problem solve and evaluate engineering details with Design and Detailing Departments
- Plan and adhere to the schedule and budgeted hours given by the Project Manager.
- Maintain work area in a safe and orderly fashion.
MEASURES OF PERFORMANCE
Positive attitude and degree to which he/she motivates and bolsters employee morale Quality and efficiency of work performed Job knowledge required to perform assigned tasks Attendance and the ability to be relied upon regarding task completion and follow up Aptitude in meeting projected hourly budgets assigned to performed tasks Accuracy in reading drawings and fabricating to their specifications- Minimal re-work and or warranty repairs of product produced Compliance with Company policies and procedures Demonstration of initiative; Cooperation with others; Development and demonstration of teamwork Meeting project deadlines and budgets Explus Inc.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$28.00- $30.