Welder

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General information:

Hitachi Energy is seeking Welder for its Crystal Springs, Mississippi location. This role is responsible for for assembly pieces of a transformer utilizing the Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) process. Employees have job duties that also include; reading blueprints, cutting metal, measuring and cutting materials and checking tolerances on finished work.

Available shifts:

First Shift: 7:00am - 2:30 pm

Second Shift: 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm

Responsibilities:

• Handle transformers, welded assemblies, and miscellaneous parts with an overhead crane, jib hoist, and/or fork truck.
• Identify parts and assemble transformers or assemblies from assembly prints.
• Set up and connect welding machine, wire feeders, welding guns, and shielding gas regulators for Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) process.
• Perform welding work as directed by Welding Supervisor.
• Remove welds on transformers or other parts using the Air Carbon Arc Gouging process (electric arc and compressed air) or another method.
• Perform air tests on certain portions of the transformer as required.
• Perform grinding on transformers or welded assemblies as required.
• Knowledge and ability to perform Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) on stainless steel and carbon steel.
• Observe and follow all Hitachi Energy Safety protocols.
• Attend Safety meetings and morning Start-up meetings as required.
• Complete the required transformer checklists and documents.
• Must successfully pass Hitachi Energy Welder Qualification tests.

Your background:

• Diploma of vocational (welding) studies preferred.
• Knowledge and skills acquired through previous experience.
• 1-year previous FCAW welding experience.
• Knowledge in material handling and operation of hand power tools.
• Knowledge of properly reading and understanding assembly/fabrication prints.
• Attention to detail and self-motivated. Work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work any shift, weekends and holidays.