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G&W Electric Company
Welder II (1:00pm to 9:30pm) 2nd shift
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A Welder or Solderer uses welding equipment to solder or heat and bind pieces of metal together.
$45,676 / year median in Illinois
+0% projected growth
Job Description
at G&W Electric Company in Bolingbrook, Illinois, United States Job Description Welder II As a Welder II you will: Assemble, align, square up, fit, stiffen and tack weld a variety of subassemblies and assemblies of moderate to advanced complexity using B/Ms, steel tape, straight edge, squarer, clamps, jacks fixtures, templates and similar equipment Fit part using torch or carbon arc or hand grinding equipment to facilitate alignment and assembly Set up and regulate pressure for oxyacetylene torch Select electrode size and type, tips and welding rod or wire as required Regulate gas for proper atmospheric control, current and voltage for proper penetration and fusing of metals Check and straighten gasket surfaces and grind excess weld from finished work Lay out and secure work which may involve heavy parts and assemblies. Regulate current and voltage for proper penetration and fusion of similar and dissimilar metals Perform moderate to advanced Mig/Tig Welding in various positions as required Perform preventive maintenance procedures as needed Provide personal tools as required Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations Conserve resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results Contribute to team effort by training others in performance of welding tasks as needed Inspect all work and insure it meets requirements prior to passing it on to the next operation Document actions by completing production and quality forms Train others on proper welding procedures and techniques. We are looking for someone who: Holds a High School diploma, GED or equivalent work experience Has at least one year of formal welding training or the equivalent level of experience Has 3 years of welding experience in a manufacturing environment Must be able to safety use small hand and power tools, measuring tools, air tools and welding equipment Must be able to read and interpret Drawings and Bills of Material Must have basic computer skills Must be able to perform Mig and Tig welding in various positions The physical demands of the job are: Work is classified as Medium
- Heavy Physical Demand Level (PDL) by the US Dept of Labor's Dictionary of Occupational Titles Frequencies
- Occasional (1-33%); Frequent (34-66%); Continuous (67-100%)
Lifting Demands:
Lift up to 75 pounds on an occasional basis floor to waist with assistance Lift up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis floor to waist Carry up to 40 pounds on an occasional basis up to 25 feet Push/Pull up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis Push/Pull more than 40 pounds on an occasional basis with assistancePostural Demands:
Standing- continuous Walking
- continuous Bending/stooping
- frequent Squatting/kneeling
- frequent Lifting
- frequent
Miscellaneous Demands:
Griping, manipulation, fingering- continuous Variable hand/power tool use
- frequent Two-person tasks using assistive devices for lifting, pulling and pushing including engine stands hand trucks, pallet jacks, and hoists Must remain medical cleared to wear PAPR or SAR welding respirator helmet What we offer you: Pay Range is typically between $27
- $31 per hour plus shift differential.
- G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.