Structural Welder

Structural Welder- 1099 Independent Contractor
Our Client has the need for a couple of Structural Welders at their Greater Cincinnati site location. These roles will be preparing fixtures/steel riggings to be fabricated and shipped from the Cincinnati site to locations throughout the country. This role will require a high attention to detail and at least 3 years of hands-on experience and the ability to pass a weld test as a part of the interview process.
These will be day shift roles (7AM) and have plenty of Overtime associated.
Certifications
WS D1.1 required, AWS D1.14 is preferred
Position Overview

• Calibrate welding tools and equipment according to the parameters listed in the welding procedure specification (WPS)
• nalyze blueprints and structural drawings to layout the framework of a structure
• Secure and fasten structural components using clamps, braces, jacks, and bolt straps
• Carry out post-welding treatment of structures by cleaning, buffing, and polishing finished work pieces
• Inspect and evaluate welds to ensure they are free of defect and conform to set specifications
• Conduct estimates to determine the cost of materials required for a welding project
• Employ appropriate welding methods in completing structural fabrications
• Operate cranes and forklifts to convey metal components and work materials to construction site
• Utilize manual and mechanical processes to weld in various positions
• Carry out fillet, tack, and full penetration welding on steel foundations and structural joints in aerospace carriers and submarines
• pply welding processes such as GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding), FCAW (Flux Core Arc Welding) and SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding)
• Carry out welding operations under intense conditions such as extreme heights, confined spaces.
• Troubleshoot structures to identify and initiate repair of welding defects.
• Fit and weld metal components for pipelines, boilers, tanks and structural steel
• Set equipment to weld in vertical, horizontal, flat or overhead positions.

Requirements

• Certification as Structural Welder- 1.1 and/or 1.14 (will require verification)
• 3 years of hands-on experience
• bility to pass structural Weld Test
• bility to pass background and Drug Screen