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. Ensuring conformity of all welds and final products assembled to standards. Follow all safety polices 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 tap 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 lens, as well as normal peripheral vision no less than 70, depth percep-tion, and ability to adjust focus;
• Must comply with all plant safety policies and procedures and any special de-partment 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.