• Structural Welder

    Babcock & Wilcox (Chanute, KS)


    Description

    Welds by the electric arc method using stick, gas or flux-shielded wire, semi-automatic, automatic, button or stud welding equipment on carbon, alloy or stainless steel plate, sheet, shapes, castings or other parts included in fabricated steel work. Interprets drawings with some assistance from supervisor. Interprets welding symbols, selects the correct welding electrode and adjusts the welding machine to make the welds specified. May operate arc air gouging equipment. Must produce welds which are acceptable in strength and appearance in flat, horizontal and vertical positions using stick or gas-shielded wire welding procedures. Should be able to judge proper setup for welding with some assistance from Foreman.

    Qualifications

    High School or GED. Must complete a weld test before hire.