Weld Tank Test Operator

Located in Kenosha, WI

Salary: $25.00/hr.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following with other duties assigned as necessary:       

Reviews job orders (written or verbal) and interprets welding specifications, from Blueprints and/or BOM’s.       

Inspects welded tank welds for imperfections, leaks and location per blueprints and/or BOM’s.        

Selects welding materials and equipment to perform basic welds to repair leaks or small weld anomalies as directed.      

Prepares and cleans product surfaces for inspection and welding when necessary and performs related tasks (cutting, grinding, light pressure testing, etc.)  Cleans and maintains work area (daily), welding equipment and other tools of the trade.         

Works in a safe manner at all times.             

Ensures that all work is done in accordance with and adheres to IEA’s ISO and Quality standards.       

Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.       

 

Physical Demands:               

Maximum lifting requirement (pounds):  50 (infrequently), 25 (frequently).          

Maximum moving requirement (pounds):  100.            

Maintaining physical condition necessary for the following:  Frequent standing, walking, kneeling, crouching, stooping, squatting, and twisting upper body; occasional climbing or sitting.Working at heights off the ground up to:  10 feet.            

Vision requirements:  Close, distance, and peripheral vision; depth perception.         Work

 

Environment:              

Work location:  Welding shop, metal fabrication/assembly shop.          

Exposure to:  Hot objects (burns), glare (flashing), sparks and flying objects (metal chips and scale), fumes, airborne particles, toxic/caustic chemicals, moving mechanical equipment.Personal protective equipment requirement: 

Safety mask and shield, safety glasses, safety shoes, and ear protection as necessary.    

 

Position Requirements:              

Key skills, abilities and knowledge:               

Basic knowledge of standard welding practices and methods including:          

Inert gas welding (e.g., TIG, MIG).             

Use of soap/water solution testing for leaks similar to gas pipe seal testing.        

Strong ability to read and understand welding specifications, shop drawings, and blueprints.         

Knowledge of properties of welding materials, structural metals and related items.         

Skill in using and maintaining welding equipment and related tools of the trade.         

Knowledge of occupational hazards and the ability to follow safe work practices.         

Ability to communicate and work effectively with others.           Experiential:  One or more years of general welding experience.          

 

Educational:  Formal apprenticeship training is desirable but not essential.          

Certificates, Licenses: Forklift operator certification is preferred.          

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