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Welder
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A Welder or Solderer uses welding equipment to solder or heat and bind pieces of metal together.
$44,787 / year median in Kentucky
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Why Join Us With our client, we believe that success comes from hard work, teamwork, and growth. Our work is challenging and rewarding, giving you the opportunity to take on exciting projects, solve complex problems, and see the real impact of your efforts. Whether you're in the field or the office, you'll be part of a team that values ambition, skill, and dedication where your contributions are recognized, and your career can thrive. Primary Duties & Responsibilities Work under a Shop Supervisor and collaborate with shop team members Follow all safety procedures and maintain positive work habits Interpret blueprints, sketches, and technical specifications Use basic math skills to calculate dimensions and weights Inspect materials before and after welding Perform final inspection on completed welds Operate an Oxy/Acetylene torch Weld using GMAW, FCAW, and SMAW processes in various positions Grind and gouge metal for extended periods when required Operate overhead bridge cranes to move materials Apply rigging techniques using key plates, bull pins, keys, shims, lifting lugs, nuts, U-bars, etc. Ensure weldments meet AWS D1.1 and