Structural Welder

Structural Welder is qualified through training/testing or certified to the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) standards to join metal together in varying positions/orientation through the use of one or many welding processes. Higher classified welders read and interpret welding symbols on engineering drawings and prepare and weld joints.

Requirements

• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) required for job and classification.
• Comprehend blueprints, sketches, welding procedures, and templates.
• Effectively read and use tape measure and other required measuring devices.
• Effectively read and use weld gauges to inspect weld quality.
• Pass entry level welding test or ABS certification test, depending on classification and welding process.
• Properly set up welding power supply and other related equipment
• Effectively use joint preparation tools and equipment, such as grinders and needle guns
• Effectively use pre and post heat tools and equipment, such as handheld torches and Tempil ™ sticks or IR temperature measurement sensors, when required.
• Control essential welding variables to produce quality welds.
• Based on classification, be proficient in manual, semi-automatic, and/or automatic welding equipment
• Enter and work in internally confined spaces wearing appropriate PPE.
• Manipulate and transport loads of up to 50 pounds.
• Assess work environment for safety hazards and take appropriate action to ensure safety of themselves and co-workers.
• Traverse gangways, ladders, and scaffolding at varying heights.
• Traverse and negotiate uneven heights and surfaces.
• Ascend and work at elevated heights.
• Conduct other duties as assigned.