Entering the welding profession in Fayetteville, NC, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with technical training, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 402,333 welders employed nationwide, with a significant presence in North Carolina, and the industry projects a 2-3% job growth annually. Apprentices earn an average of $600 per week in Fayetteville, with experienced professionals often exceeding $80,000 annually. Trade schools, welding unions, and platforms like LinkedIn help aspiring welders find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization opportunities.
POSITION DESCRIPTION SUMMARY A Welder will operate appropriate equipment to put together mechanical structures or parts with great deal of precision. Is important to provide the foundation for a strong infrastructure by applying AWS D1.1 Structural welds. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES • Apply welds per AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code – Steel and or PTT weldment standards and WPS. • Layout and fabricate materials according to engineered drawings, sketches, written work instructions and verbal instructions. • Do minor repairs to welding equipment and burning equipment. • Use engineered drawings, sketches, written work instructions and verbal instructions to layout tanks, tank assemblies, covers, cover parts, conservator, and conservator parts, side frames and end guides. • Hand burn and grind. • Layout and shoot studs per engineered drawings. • Check work per drawings. • Complete all Q.A. sheets and welder/fitter sign-off sheets by the end of shift. • Pick up and move material/parts. • Remove material from storeroom and complete the draw card. • Keep weld/fabrication cell clean, neat, and safe always. • Carry out other duties assigned by supervisors. Tools and equipment: Welding equipment, burning equipment, remote overhead cranes, jib cranes, manlifts, forklifts, chippers, grinders, needle scalers, manlifts, ladders, tape measures, scribes, squares, levels, punches, hammers, sledgehammers, pliers, wrenches, screwdrivers, wire brushes, chipping hammers, jigs, dyes, and penetrant. Personal Protective equipment: Safety glasses, leather steel toed work boots, welding gloves, burning gloves, welding hood, burning shield, flame retardant clothing, fall protection, respirator, work gloves, hearing protection. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS • Competent in using potentially dangerous equipment following all safety precautions • A steady hand and great attention to detail is a must. Working Relationships Relationships are generally intra-organizational interacting with immediate supervisor and co-workers EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • The minimum requirements are a High School education or equivalent • Experience reading blueprints and drawings • Experience reading measurements to plan layout and procedures • Basic math skills. • Vocational weld training preferred. PHYSICAL JOB DEMANDS Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions. Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to stand for periods of time, sit for periods of time, kneel for periods of time, crouch or crawl, balance, stoop, use arms, fingers and hands, talk, listen. Be able to climb ladders. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 60 pounds. Specific vision requirements must be met to perform the position of welder/fitter. Welder/fitters shall have passed an eye examination with or without corrective lenses to prove near vision acuity of Jaeger J-2 at a distance of 12-17 inches. With an eye exam repeated every three years. Physical efforts: Moderate to heavy exertion. Work environment: While performing the duties of welder/fitter the employee will be exposed to welding smoke, welding fumes, grinding dust, U.V. and I.R. light, heat, penetrating sounds, and elevated decibel levels, hot sparks and spatter, and molten steel WORKING CONDITIONS Monday through Friday and on call is required. Shift work, weekend and overtime as required. SAFETY Takes appropriate measures to ensure safety in the workplace; attends monthly safety meetings as required, and for new employees and incorporates various principles into daily work activities to ensure compliance; notifies manager immediately (within 24 hours) of workplace injury and ensures appropriate policies and procedures are followed; reports potential safety hazards immediately to manager. DISCLAIMER CLAUSE The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, physical job demands and working conditions associated with the position.
See More Details >>The Mundy Companies, a leader in the industrial maintenance, services, and construction fields, is currently hiring for the following for a long-term position in the Fayetteville, NC area: • Combo Pipe Welder We are looking for these craft positions to help maintain and perform project activities at an industrial location. These roles must have great attention to detail and maintain safe work habits. If you’re reliable and fast on your feet, we’d like to meet you. Normal schedule is 4-10 hour days M-Th. Must be able to pass craft test, background check, drug test and physical. Must have at least 2 years experience in respective craft. • Experience in using powered industrial equipment (e.g. forklifts, pallet jacks, lawn care equipment, etc.) is a plus • Strong communication skills • Dexterity and attention to detail • Organizational skills • Ability to meet the physical demands of the job • Availability to occasionally work overtime • High school diploma or GED Job Requirements: • Safely work in a team environment • Must be able to push, pull, lift up to 50 pounds • Must be able to climb stairs and equipment safely • Work in hot and cold environments • Be flexible to work many job requests during the shift • Work overtime as needed to fill vacancies • Stand for extended periods of time • Wear all appropriate PPE as required • Have steel toed shoes on at all times • Comply with all general site rules • Must be able to wear respiratory equipment when required. Applicants must also possess the ability to pass a criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen and other requirements for site entry. The Mundy Companies offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, and a benefits package that includes paid vacations and holidays, 401K plan, and medical insurance. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $26.00 - $30.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off Shift: • 10 hour shift • Day shift Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Metal Worker is primarily responsible for performing repairs and maintenance on metal body components, radiators, fuel tanks, hulls and accessories of Army watercraft and amphibious vehicles. Duties performed ferrous and nonferrous metals using oxyacetylene, electric arc, and inert gas welding equipment and repairs, repaints, and installs metal body components, radiators, fuel tanks, modifies other related items, and repairs hulls and accessories of Army watercraft. Supervises subordinates and prrovide technical guidance to assist in the accomplishment of their duties. Performs direct support and general support maintenance metal worker tasks. NOTE: MUST HAVE CURRENT CERTIFICATION MUST BE WILLING TO DEPLOY OCONUS MUST POSSES OR ABLE TO AQUIRE NACI OR HIGHER CLERANANCE
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