Description
The Applied Technologies division at Wagstaff specializes in the engineering and fabrication of stainless steel gloveboxes for the nuclear industry. Our team is growing in this division!
Job Summary
Primarily stainless-steel fabrication, straightening, and welding using gas and electric welding equipment. Fabrication of carbon-steel and exotic metals is anticipated. Work is performed in accordance with a Nuclear Quality Assurance program.
Schedule: M-TH 10HRS 3:10 PM- 1:40 AM
Pay: $28.00 - $38.22 per hour*, depending on experience *Pay includes shift differential & premium
Sign-On Bonus: $1,000.00
As an employee of Wagstaff, you’ll enjoy:
- Paid non-working holidays
- Monthly, site-wide BBQs
- Up to 8% retirement contribution
- Annual bonus program
- 1200 Sqft onsite gym, accessible 24/hrs a day
- Family friendly, company-wide events
To review our full benefits summary, please visit https://www.wagstaff.com/Wagstaff/Careers.htm
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Primary Job Responsibilities
- Welding Stainless Steel using TIG, Laser Welding, and MIG technologies.
- Intricate grinding and polishing of welds and Stainless Steel base metal to 32RA surface finish.
- Fabrication by cutting, burning, straightening, and welding various metals.
- Repair equipment by mechanical straightening and welding.
- Identify and mitigate shrinkage and distortion associated with welding.
- Plan and execute work based on technical documentation, drawings, procedures, and information contained within work orders.
- Read, understand, and execute work to Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and other pertinent welding documents.
- Use calibrated precision measuring instruments, including a Faro Arm, to ensure fabrication tolerances are met.
- Understand, organize, and perform record keeping tasks such as weld mapping on complex weldments to maintain traceability of materials.
- Assist in the development and training of fabrication personnel on safe practices, advanced fabrication techniques, and the responsibilities identified above.
- Design and build fabrication fixtures.
- Prepare and/or assist with technical proposals and job estimates
- Adhere to design specifications and related welding procedure specifications.
- Participate in design reviews
- Identify and initiate product/process improvements
- Document work processes
- Keep equipment and work area clean and orderly
- Abide by company policies
- In order to achieve business objectives, work weeks in excess of 40 hours may be required
- Complete quality verifications, weld records, and other build records as required
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Requirements
- Demonstrated proficiency with TIG Welding (GTAW)
- Minimum of five (5) years welding experience required or demonstrated equivalent experience through passing certification tests
- May substitute two (2) years’ experience for Associate of Arts degree in Welding Technology
- May substitute one (1) year experience for accredited trade or vocational welding certificate
- Minimum requirements shall be in conformance:
- Test Position: 3G or greater
- Joint type: complete joint penetration
- Material: stainless steel
- Processes: TIG and MIG technologies
- Ability to interpret mechanical drawings for proper applications of tolerances, fit, and process control
Working Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to moving mechanical parts, machinery and equipment, and vibration. The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. While performing some job duties, there is a risk of electrical shock and other risks associated with a manufacturing environment. Job duties may require work in high, precarious places, work in outside weather conditions, and exposure to extreme temperatures in some cases. The noise level in the working environment is often loud. Because of this environment and associated risks, use of job appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing is required.
Employment at Wagstaff is dependent on successfully passing a company-paid drug screening and background check upon hire. Benefits eligibility is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable policies, plans and programs of Wagstaff.
Wagstaff is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.