Position summary: Use hand-welding or flame-cutting equipment to weld or join metal components or to fill holes, indentations, or seams of fabricated metal products. Tasks: • Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind and/or bolt component parts to obtain required configurations and positions for welding. • Remove rough spots from workpieces, using portable grinders, hand files, or scrapers. • Chip or grind off excess weld, slag, or spatter, using hand scrapers or power chippers, portable grinders, or arc-cutting equipment. • Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions. • Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits. • Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments, using processes such as gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, shielded metal arc, resistance welding, and submerged arc welding. • Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade, such as shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment. • Ignite torches or start power supplies and strike arcs by touching electrodes to metals being welded, completing electrical circuits. • Examine workpieces for defects, and measure workpieces with templates to ensure conformance with specifications and application of ACF Side Sill Modifications when necessary. • Monitor the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material. • Select and install torches, torch tips, filler rods, and flux, according to welding chart specifications, or types and thicknesses of metals. • Fill holes and increase the size of metal parts. • Detect faulty operation of equipment and/or defective materials and notify supervisors. • Connect and turn regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure so that desired flames are obtained. • Lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies prior to assembly, using straightedges, combination squares, calipers, and rulers. • Repair products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts, using cutting torches, straightening presses, and hand tools. • Mark and/or tag material with proper car numbers, piece marks, and other identifying marks as required. • Position and secure workpieces, using hoists, cranes, wire, and banding machines or hand tools. • Analyze engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, sketches, work orders, and material safety data sheets to plan layout, assembly, and welding operations. • Preheat workpieces prior to welding or bending, using torches or heating heads. • Hammer out bulges or bends in metal workpieces. • Guide and direct flames or electrodes on or across workpieces to straighten, bend, melt, or build up metal. • Check grooves, angles, or gap allowances, using micrometers, calipers, and precision measuring instruments. • Set up and use ladders and scaffolding as necessary to complete work. • Use fire extinguisher in industrial emergencies. • Signal crane operators to move large workpieces. Skills: • Ability to weld or learn to weld via on the job training. • Able to stand for long periods of time with limited breaks. • Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds and team lift up to 150 pounds. • Work in extreme temperatures and elements for an extended period of time. • Must be able to work in confined spaces. • Must be able to work at elevated heights. • Must be able to read and comprehend basic drawings and scope of work. • Must possess basic math skills, addition, subtraction. Qualities: • Dependable • Teachable • Mechanically Inclined • Committed to Personal Excellence (Safety, Quality, Productivity) Work Environment / Conditions and Physical Demands: • Able to stand for long periods of time with limited breaks. • Must be able to repetitively lift up-to 75 pounds and team lift up-to 150 pounds. • Work in extreme temperatures and elements for an extended period of time. • Must be able to work in confined spaces. • Working around heavy moving equipment • Must be able to work at elevated heights. • Climb, squat, bend, and twist to accomplish work tasks. • Requires the use of a tight-fitting respirator; You must be appropriately clean-shaven per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134, at all times. Experience and Education: • High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) • Certified Welder (required). • 3 years’ experience as a Tank Welder or similar position(s). Job Type: Full-time Pay: $29.00 - $34.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Parental leave • Professional development assistance • Referral program • Retirement plan • Tuition reimbursement • Vision insurance Shift: • 10 hour shift • Day shift People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Welder Fitzgerald, GA | Temp to Perm | $12.00 - $17.00 / Hour (based on experience) We are searching for a welder to weld trailer parts for a trailer manufacturing facility in Fitzgerald, GA. You will be expected to take ownership of your position; being punctual, attentive, and managing your work well. Responsibilities • Welding cargo trailer parts Requirements • Have previous welding experience • Lift and move up to 50 pounds • Must be punctual, dependable, and productive • Attention to detail and accuracy • Mathematical skills • Steady hands and good hand-eye coordination • Good communication and teamwork abilities • Stand, stoop, bend for long periods of time • A clean background check • A clean drug screen • Be able to work in a fast-paced environment • Wear and maintain proper PPE including work boots Location: Fitzgerald, Georgia Pay Rate: $12.00 - $17.00 / Hour (based on experience) Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. New Hire Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace. We Are On A Mission: We seek to be a resource that bridges the gap between the needs of the employer and the job seeker by providing personalized service for each client. We make the job-seeking and hiring process easier, to help companies build a better workplace. We communicate on a personal level to understand the needs of both the job seeker and the employer. We use a variety of platforms and strategies to bring awareness to opportunities throughout Southwest Georgia. Join Our Talent Community Today: https://newhiresolutions.com/careers
See More Details >>Welding Adjunct Instructor (Ben Hill-Irwin Campus) CAMPUS: Ben Hill-Irwin Campus STATUS: Adjunct POSTING TYPE: Regular Posting Under general supervision, will provide instruction to students in welding technology courses during the evening classes. Demonstrates the use of appropriate teaching techniques. Demonstrates the use of appropriate testing and grading procedures including proper maintenance of grade books and any other appropriate record-keeping required. Demonstrates the effective use of oral and written communication skills. Demonstrates knowledge of current in-field procedures. Follow the approved course syllabus. Completes all reports, records, and invoices in a timely manner and maintains an accurate inventory of all assigned properties. Wiregrass Georgia Technical College seeks to recruit, hire, and retain faculty and staff who display a willingness to support students of underrepresented gender and minority groups, as well as students with disabilities. All employees of the college are required to participate fully in the realization of equity in recruitment, enrollment, retention, graduation, and placement of students enrolled or who seek to become enrolled in programs at the college, with a special emphasis on nontraditional program participants. Reasonable Accommodations Statement: To perform the duties of this position successfully, the incumbent must have the appropriate work experience, hold the appropriate certification and credentials, and be able to perform each key position duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Please contact [email protected] to request accommodations. SUMMARY OF WORKING CONDITIONS Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, Various types of advanced in-field equipment as required by academic program and accreditation standards, Various types of in-field related equipment. • Working Conditions: Category III - No foreseen exposure to hazardous chemicals/pathogens. This is a part-time position, therefore no overtime can be earned. Travel is rarely required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS One of the following: a Diploma or higher in the teaching discipline with verifiable credentials, qualifications, OR competencies appropriate for teaching the course content, OR In-field certifications, OR three (3) years of experience in-field. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS In addition to meeting all other minimum qualifications, the highly desired candidate will possess one or more of the following: Minimum of an Associate's Degree outside of the teaching discipline with industry certifications or verifiable work experience appropriate for teaching the course content. SALARY/BENEFITS Salary is paid on an adjunct scale. This is an adjunct position used on an as needed basis, not to exceed 27 hours per week. No promise of full-time employment exists. No health nor flexible benefits will be provided. This position is funded in whole or in part by State/Local/Tuition funds. BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS Pursuant to college policy, a thorough background investigation, including a criminal history records check and employment history reference checks will be performed for all candidates offered employment. Other checks such as Motor Vehicle Records may be conducted for any candidate receiving an offer, as well as internal candidates prior to being promoted or transferred into a position with the college. Other Required Tests: No additional tests are required for this position. Should a candidate be chosen for a 2nd interview, references which support prior work history and employment experience will be contacted. Please note that some employers charge a processing fee to complete employment verifications. If a former employer requires payment to complete employment verification forms, this fee must be paid by the candidate. For positions requiring official transcripts, the candidate will be responsible for ordering and payment for these transcripts. Wiregrass is responsible for payments for criminal history searches, MVR searches, credit checks, and other items listed in the required tests portion above. APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS/INFORMATION Application Deadline: Open Until Filled All application packets MUST be completed via the Online Job Center at https://www.wiregrass.edu/about/employment. As a part of the application process, interested candidates may also be required to upload other documents such as a resume, transcripts, etc (see job center listing for more details). This posting will be removed from the Online Job Center on the date posted above. For more information regarding this position or application instructions, please contact the Human Resources Office at (229) 333‐5356 or [email protected]. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT As set forth in its student catalog, Wiregrass Georgia Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). Any violation or questions may be directed to: Shalonda Sanders, Title IX Coordinator (all campuses), Vice President for Human Resources and Operations, Valdosta Campus, Brooks Hall, Room Rm. 548, (229) 333‐5356 or [email protected]; OR Katrina Royal, Student ADA Section 504 Coordinator (all campuses), Director of Special Populations and Tutoring Services, Valdosta Campus, Berrien Hall, Room 100, (229) 333‐2100 ext. 1236 or [email protected] *student ADA student disability claims only. Telephone numbers are accessible to persons who are deaf or hard of hearing through the Georgia Relay by dialing 711 or 1‐800‐255‐0056 from a TTY/TDD. 9/17/2024 9:35:19 Welding Adjunct Instructor (Ben Hill-Irwin Campus) (2417) TCSG Job Code: 10318 EEO Req ID: Faculty IPEDS: Postsecondary Teachers
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