Position: Welder - Athens, GA location Overview This position will use their skillset to weld metal tanks and/or components used in the production of transformers while considering the values and goals of Power Partners. Responsibilities Understand and carry out detailed written and verbal instructions with regards to welding various metal and/or fabricating components to assemble distribution transformers as specified by layout, blue print, diagram, work order, welding procedures, or oral instructions using various welding equipment. Must have prior training/experience and must ensure safe and proper start-up, operation, maintenance, and shut-down of equipment. Repeatedly lift/move material that is 50+ lbs. with or without assistance from lifting devices. Handle material and use hand/power tools as needed to perform required tasks. Ensure conformity of all welds and final products assembled to standards. Follow all safety policies and procedures. Qualifications • Communicate and understand written and verbal instructions. • Use iPad or other electronic communication devices. • Use of organizational skills and attention to detail is necessary. • Add, subtract, multiply, and divide in thousandths and up to 1/16th inch. • Demonstrate proper lifting techniques. • Grasp, reach, and handle objects, tools, and materials. • Use measuring devices such as tape measures, calipers, and micrometers. • Use hand/power tools such as grinders, air chisels, and box cutters. • Operate overhead hoists and lift assist equipment. • Must be able to lift/push 50+ lbs. and pull up to 110 lbs. • Frequent standing and walking is necessary. • Occasional sitting, stooping, reaching, or kneeling. • 20/40 vision is required with or without the use of corrective glasses and/or contact lenses, as well as normal peripheral vision no less than 70, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. • Must comply with all plant safety policies and procedures and any special department safety rules. • Must be able to wear all required PPE including, but not limited to: safety toed shoes, safety glasses, cut resistant gloves, weld hood, and hearing protection. #J-18808-Ljbffr
See More Details >>Position: Experienced Welder-2 (2nd and 3rd Shift) Experienced Welder-2 (2nd and 3rd Shift) page is loaded Experienced Welder-2 (2nd and 3rd Shift) Apply locations Athens, Georgia time type Full time posted on Posted 19 Days Ago job requisition R Career Area: Operations Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you'rejoining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don'tjust talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. Caterpillar is looking for candidates that want to build a career. You havea lot to offer, so we offeracommitmentin return toyou asa professional– and as a person. We offer competitive wages, quarterly bonus, comprehensive benefits that begins on Day ONE and paid training. • 2nd/3rd shift: $25.92/hour (includes 8%-night shift premium) We don’t lead our industry - our people do. Watch our video to see our team build top-of-the-line excavators and tractors. As a Welder-2 at Caterpillar, you will: • Operate robotic and manual MIG weld machines • Perform quality checks utilizing weld and attribute gages and other measuring tools • Perform in station repair on defective welds using grinders • Follow documented procedures standard work and routings to perform safe and defect free operations to create and machine components • Use lifting devices to move heavy components of more than 25 lbs. Basic Qualifications: • Three (3) years of GMAW (MIG) welding experience • Continuous work history with progressive movement • Welding experience in a Heavy Fabrications manufacturing environment • Experience using GMAW with 0.045" • Experience welding 1/2" or greater thickness material • * Role requires overtime as needed to support business needs.** Physical requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation): • Willing and able to sit or stand for prolonged periods • Willing and able to perform repetitive operations • Willing and able to lift up to 35 lbs. Successful candidates must be able to pass the following AWS D1.1 welder qualifications during Cat provided weld training: • Fillet test in the 2F (horizontal) • Tack Tests 3F (vertical) and 4F (overhead) positions • Limited thickness groove test in the 1G (flat groove) position • Welds will be inspected visually, destructively tested (bend test), and sectioned to verify proper penetration. • Candidates will also need to demonstrate the ability to perform carbon arc gouging and weld repair. Additional Information : • Resumes are encouraged. Do not submit a blank application (no work history / resume). This may lead to disqualification. • Successful candidates must pass an online assessment, interview, background check, drug screen and medical review. • This is a 2nd or 3rd shift position with an entry pay of $25.92hr (includes 8%-night shift premium). • Relocation assistance is provided for qualified individuals. Shift Schedule: 2nd shift Excavator Line: Monday-Friday, 3:00 pm – 11:10 pm 2nd shift Tractor Line: Monday-Thursday, 3:30 pm – 2:00 am 3rd shift: Sunday-Friday, 11:00 pm – 7:10 am • * Role requires overtime as needed to support business needs.** Final details Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status. Summary Pay Range: $24.00 - $30.00 Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location,job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. Benefits: Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits. • Medical, dental, and vision benefits* • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)* • 401(k) savings plans* • Health Savings Account (HSA)* • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)* • Health…
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Clarke County, GA, typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 months to 2 years, providing both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 771,000 welding professionals in the U.S., with a median annual salary of $45,190. In Clarke County, GA, welders can expect to earn an average wage of $1,500 per week, with experienced professionals potentially earning over $52,000 annually. Training programs, apprenticeships, and certifications are available through various vocational schools and welding associations, leading to a stable and lucrative career in the welding trade.
