Welder III
Core
Perform welds on components to exacting specifications for the manufacture of large, custom, special purpose vehicles including fire trucks.
Role type
Skilled production welder
Builds
Custom fire trucks, pumpers, tankers, aerial ladders, and ARFF vehicles
Domain
Manufacturing / Heavy Equipment / Fire Safety
Required skills
Arc welding, TIG welding, MIG welding, blueprint reading, fixture setup, dimensional inspection, PPE usage, heavy unit manipulation
Preferred skills
Continuous improvement (Kaizen), safety training facilitation, process optimization
Technologies
Welding machines, overhead cranes, hand power tools, assembly fixtures
Responsibilities
Set parts in assembly fixtures and clamp in place to ensure dimensional accuracy; Fit, tack, and weld joints per designated welding procedure specifications; Make visual and dimensional checks of work and document results; Manipulate large, heavy units to accommodate efficient welding operations; Support training and orientation programs for new employees.
Seniority
Mid-level skilled worker
