Job description

Welding Test will be given. Please call 469-802-3999 for immediate consideration.

POSITION OVERVIEW VIP Staffing is seeking a MIG / TIG / FLUXCORE Welder. The welder must have experience working with structural steel / pipe.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Day to day functions):

• Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures

• Ability to read and work from technical engineering drawings.

• Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements

• Set up components for welding according to specifications (e.g. cut material with powered saws to match measurements)

• Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded

• Align components using calipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces

• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead)

• Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps

• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws

• Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

· MIG / TIG / FLUXCORE welding

· Working with structural steel / pipe.

· Fitting experience

· Proven experience as Mig/Tig/ Fluxcore welder

· Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (TIG, MMA etc.)

· Experience in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, calipers etc.)

· Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings

· Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves etc.)

· Deftness and attention to detail

· Proficient in English

· Successful completion of a relevant apprenticeship program is required

· Professional Certification (e.g. an AWS welding certificate) will be a plus

· Applicants will be required to demonstrate abilities

· Must be able to read and interpret basic drawings.