Entry TIG Welder Job at Amerikooler, Tarpon Springs, FL

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  • Amerikooler
  • Tarpon Springs, FL

Job Description

Entry TIG Welder Location Tarpon Springs, FL :

The entry-level position for a TIG Welder (Tungsten Inert Gas Welder) involves working with specialized equipment to join metal parts using heat, electricity, and filler materials. A TIG welder typically works with stainless steel, aluminum, and other metals in various industries such as manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, and construction.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • TIG Welding: Perform welding duties using the TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) process to join metals, ensuring the quality and strength of the weld.
  • Reading Blueprints and Drawings: Interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications to determine welding positions, types of welds, and specific measurements.
  • Equipment Operation: Set up and maintain welding equipment, including selecting appropriate tungsten electrodes, filler rods, and adjusting settings for the correct welding parameters.
  • Weld Inspection: Inspect welded joints to ensure they meet required specifications and standards. Perform quality checks to ensure proper weld integrity, alignment, and finish.
  • Safety Compliance: Follow all safety guidelines and wear protective gear (e.g., welding helmet, gloves, apron). Ensure a safe working environment by identifying and reporting any safety hazards.
  • Cleaning and Prepping Materials: Prepare metal surfaces for welding, which may include cleaning, grinding, and preheating metal surfaces to ensure a proper bond.
  • Maintaining Equipment: Maintain welding tools and machinery, ensuring they are in proper working condition, and report any malfunctions or damage.
  • Collaborating with Team Members: Work in collaboration with other welders and production teams to meet production goals and deadlines.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Basic knowledge of welding techniques, specifically TIG welding.
  • Understanding of welding safety standards.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
  • Basic mechanical skills, including the ability to handle and maintain welding equipment.
  • Attention to detail and strong hand-eye coordination.
  • Ability to work in various positions (e.g., overhead, vertical, and horizontal).
  • Good communication skills for interacting with colleagues and supervisors.
  • Basic math skills for measurements and calculations.

Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Completion of a welding training program or certification (e.g., AWS, or through a vocational school).
  • Entry-level positions may require little to no professional experience, but familiarity with welding or related tasks is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy materials (up to 50 lbs).
  • Ability to work in various environments, such as outdoors, high-temperature areas, or confined spaces.

This position is ideal for someone looking to start a career in welding and gain experience working with advanced welding techniques and machinery.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Shift:

  • Day shift

Work Location: In person

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Outdoor, Shift work, Day shift,

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