A Class Structural Welder

The A Class Structural Welder is responsible for welding simple to complex components and/or structures while meeting all safety, quality, and schedule requirements. The welder must have a high level of pride in workmanship, ability to weld in uncomfortable positions, and demonstrate ability to weld fillets for material thicknesses 4mm- 25mm.

Requirements

• 1 year as a B-Class Welder at Austal producing advance fillet welds
• 2 years of GMAW MIG welding experience at a comparable employer
• Ability to pass A Class skills evaluation test
• Ability to successfully complete onboarding procedures
• Demonstrated ability to weld fillets for material thicknesses 4mm- 25mm
• Demonstrated ability to weld gusset toe and wraps with minimal blending required
• Demonstrated ability to weld frame wraps and terminations with minimal blending required
• Demonstrated ability to weld T-Bar wraps and terminations with minimal blending required
• Demonstrated ability to weld into corners / vertical intersections with minimal blending required
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate and correct basic weld pick up, with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated ability to terminate stich welds with minimal weld correction to address minor cosmetic or weld defects
• Ability to take direction and follow instructions
• Good mechanical aptitude with ability to produce consistent quality
• Ability to inspect and correct basic weld pick-up without supervision
• Good listening and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Problem-solving and trouble-shooting skills
• Excellent hand-eye coordination; good spatial orientation
• Ability to consistently meet production deadlines
• Ability to read and interpret and work from construction drawings, job specifications, instruction manuals, manufacturer’s handbooks, change orders and contract specifications
• Ability and willingness to work with and to teach less-skilled workers
• Ability to maintain and perform routine preventive maintenance on welding equipment
• Ability to wear required PPE