JOB SUMMARY:  To perform skilled welding operations in the fabrication of Chassis manufacture and other various subassemblies. 

 

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSBILITIES:

 

• Lay out, position, and secure parts and assemblies according to specifications, using straightedge, combination square, callipers, and ruler

• Tack-weld or weld components and assemblies, using electric, gas, arc, or other welding equipment

• Cut work-piece, using powered saws, hand shears, or chipping knife.

• Visually inspect welds to determine compliance with standards.

• Inspect grooves, angles, or gap allowances, using micrometer, calliper, and precision measuring instruments

• Removes rough spots from work-piece, using portable grinder, hand file, or scraper

• Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.

• Heat, form, and dress metal parts, using hand tools, torch, or arc welding equipment.

• Ignite torch and adjust valves, amperage, or voltage to obtain desired flame or arc.

• Analyse engineering drawings and specifications to plan layout, assembly, and welding operations.

• Work at heights

• Clean equipment using appropriate materials

• Operate overhead mechanical lifting systems

• Learn job-related material primarily through oral instruction and observation

• Measure distance using a tape measure or other measuring device

• Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others

• Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service