Welder - Contract

This role is on a Contract basisPrinciple AccountabilitiesMaintain a safe and clean work environment. Comply with all quality, safety, and work rules and regulations.Read and interpret blueprints or job orders to determine specifications of the jobThe ability to hold fabrication tolerances at +/- 1/16" (or better) is a must.Set up material which will be stainless sheet metal, tubing, and other forms of stainless steelPerform tack or set up welds using a TIG welderUtilize measuring tools as required: tape measure, caliper, machinist square, protractor, OD micrometer, etc.Verify weldments conform to drawings and specs and make corrections as required.To weld on a broad range of metals and alloys for a wide variety of complex precision assemblies, involving a considerable amount of welding to high strength and pressure requirements.Weld parts, components, frames, and weldments per drawings.Finalize everything with a TIG welder welding so end result is seamlessAccurately produce frames within required tolerances and squarenessGrind and polish all sharp edges on workpieces as required.Other duties as assigned by supervisor.Essential Skills and ExperienceAt least 5 years' experience as a TIG welder with the ability to fabricate in a job shop environmentExperience with steel or mild steel, material ranging from 1/16" up to 1⁄2"Use grinders, saws, polishers, hand tools, power toolsAbility to read and interpret blueprints without assistanceAbility to read, write and communicate in EnglishAble to operate a bending brake pressAbility to accurately read a tape measureLeveling and squaring ability (without the assistance of others)Ability to occasionally push/pull/carry up to 50 pounds by oneselfAbility to bend and rotate body repeatedlyPhysical RequirementsRegularly required to stand for a minimum of 8 hours per day.Frequently required to grasp, handle/feel objects, control/manage tools, and use hands/arms.Occasionally required to walk, stoop, kneel and crouch.Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.