Job Description Job Description
- Fits and assembles structures from materials, such as angle iron, I-beams, and steel plate, using hand tools and welding equipment and following blueprint specifications:
- Examines blueprints and materials list to obtain parts specifications
- Lays out parts dimensions on worktable, using square, chalk line, and soapstone.
- Tack-welds scrap metal to outline to provide jig for assembly.
- Positions parts in jig and files, chisels, and grinds parts, as indicated, to fit them together.
- May heat parts with acetylene torch and bend them in vise, on anvil, or around stakes mounted in table.
- Maintain and repair all equipment and use with care
- Responsible for simple welding techniques to tack parts in preparation for welding processes
- Fitting spacers and supports.
Abilities/Qualifications
- Ability to read blueprints and drawings
- Ability to follow and take directions
- Knowledge of shop math and problem-solving skills
- Ability to learn new tasks and operate tools and machinery
- Knowledge and operation of overhead cranes, torches, welding machines and shop tools.
- Ability to pass a basic weld test
- Ability to follow safety and quality instructions.
- Proper use of PPE and attend safety training applicable to your job position
- API/ASME code work, GTAW, GMAW, SMAW and FCAW welding procedures as well as able to pass and X-Ray test.
- Pass background for site entry
- TWIC card a plus
Structural and Pipe Fitter / Welder in pensacola at Unknown Company
- Typical pay
- $41,600–$54,860
For context, most welders earn between $41,600–$54,860 a year according to Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data. What this particular role pays is set by the employer — check the description above.
This position is listed as full time and onsite.