Core Responsibilities
Technical Interpretation: Reading and interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and welding symbols to plan layout and procedures.
Execution of Welds: Joining metal parts using various techniques such as MIG (GMAW), TIG (GTAW), Stick (SMAW), and Flux-Cored (FCAW).
Preparation & Fabrication: Cutting, grinding, and cleaning metal surfaces to prepare them for welding, often using tools like plasma cutters, saws, and angle grinders.
Quality Assurance: Inspecting completed welds for structural integrity, accuracy, and conformity to specifications using measuring instruments like calipers and rulers.
Maintenance: Performing routine maintenance on welding equipment and keeping the work area clean and safe.
Key Skills & Requirements
Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is typically required; completion of a vocational training or apprenticeship program is highly preferred.
Technical Mastery: Proficiency in multiple welding positions (flat, vertical, horizontal, and overhead) and specialized skills like 6G pipe welding for advanced roles.
Safety Standards
Strict adherence to safety protocols is critical. Welders must wear specific Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including auto-darkening helmets, heat-resistant gloves, and protective clothing to shield against heat, glare, and radiation.