Structural Welder in Irving

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Position Summary

The Structural Welder is responsible for welding, fabricating, assembling, and repairing structural steel components according to blueprints, drawings, specifications, and safety requirements. The position requires strong knowledge of welding processes, accurate measurements, attention to detail, and the ability to safely operate welding and fabrication equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, drawings, and work instructions.

• Weld structural steel components using MIG, FCAW, SMAW, and/or other approved welding processes.

• Set up and operate welding machines, cutting equipment, grinders, and other fabrication tools.

• Fit, align, and position structural steel components prior to welding.

• Measure and inspect completed work to ensure proper dimensions, alignment, and weld quality.

• Perform grinding, cutting, beveling, drilling, and other metal fabrication activities.

• Inspect welds for cracks, porosity, undercut, incomplete fusion, and other defects.

• Make necessary repairs or adjustments to welds and fabricated components.

• Maintain welding equipment, tools, and work areas in safe operating condition.

• Follow company welding procedures, quality standards, and production requirements.

• Follow all OSHA, company, and job-site safety requirements.

• Properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Work safely around heavy equipment, cranes, steel materials, and other industrial machinery.

• Maintain accurate production and inspection records as required.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

You should be proficient in:

• Troubleshooting Skills
• OSHA 10-Hour Certification (OSHA 10)
• Welding Setups for Production
• Blueprint Reading

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Stick Welder
• Flux-Cored Arc Welder