Welder

Description

Tasks & Duties:

1. Utilize plasma, gas or electric arc in welding metallic and composite materials together
2. Heat and dissolve metal parts to obtain molten substance used in welding or extrusion
3. Operate manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal, or overhead positions
4. Repair structures by dismantling, reshaping, and reassembling metal components using cutting torches and handtools
5. Monitor work equipment to ensure usage is within optimum temperature to avoid overheating or expansion
6. Prepare metal surfaces by cleaning with chemical solutions and wire brushes to remove impurities such as scale, rust, grease, and moisture
7. Direct electrodes on or across metal workpieces to melt, bend or straighten them
8. Mount and secure workpieces on production equipment using cranes, hoists
9. Record time and materials against job sheet
10. Mix and apply protective or decorative coat on finished products