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Scope of Responsibility:

This position is responsible for training new employees in established welding standards and procedures as well as training of existing employees who are having difficulties performing to established standards.

Essential Duties:

Communicates with the Plant Managers and Supervisors regarding welding employees who are having difficulties performing to established standards.

Ensures that all welding personnel are operating within the established welding parameters for the procedures that are being usedAssists with the training of new employees and employees needing refinement or up-grading of certificationsAssists and identifies welding related issues (personnel, consumable or equipment related)High level of training capabilities, to ensure leadership and motivation of employees to attain high standards of safety, quality and productivityKnowledge and awareness of the safety issues related to each operation performed within the department and ensures that all employees adhere to safe practices at all timesMust be able to administer classroom training in the absence of weld tech.

Able to fill in as needed when Production leads are absentAble to weld or fit in production lines as neededAble to complete special projects in all production aspects as needed in a timely manner.

Oversees weld testing (1G or 2G). Prepares test plates according to

AWS D1.1

specifications both pre & post testing with VT technicians' acceptance of weld.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent, or any combination of education and experience

Experience:

3-5 years recent experience in a welding environment preferred 1+ year recent experience fitting poles and arms including 3DLP is preferred (for utility divisions only)

Skills & Abilities:

Must possess the ability to train and communicate well with trainees and other staff; be patient and be able to offer a variety of techniques to a trainee so that the trainee is able to find a welding technique that suits them in order to produce quality welds.

Must be able to read, write, understand and communicate effectively in the English language.

Must have demonstrated ab...