Welder Assistant

Fab Associate-Cutting and threading pipe, bundling pipe. Performing quality control on completed work.

Must haves:

6-8 months recent machine operation, band saws, mechanical background Ability to use and understand tape measures. Use of Gauges for quality checks

3-6 months Sit down forklift

Responsibilities:

Move loose or bundled pipe within the shop and yard.

Assemble pipe orders (single sticks or bundles) and maintain organized work supplies.

Follow safety precautions for fabricating, cutting, assembling, stacking, and shipping pipe.

Operate powered industrial equipment per OSHA guidelines and Ferguson procedures.

Set up and maintain machines for pipe fabrication.

Measure, record, and add random pipe lengths accurately.

Measure and cut pipe using band saws or torches.

Thread pipe using Landis machines.

Inspect and maintain forklift equipment.

Qualifications:

Good oral and written communication skills.

Ability to work independently and in a team.

Strong math skills for calculating product quantities.

Knowledge of safe work practices in the pipe yard.

Experience with machinery for cutting and threading pipe (training provided).

Results-focused in a fast-paced environment.

Capable of reading a tape measure accurately.

6-8 months recent experience with machinery such as pipe threaders, band saws, roll groove machines, plasma cutting, automatic welding machines, and pneumatic banders.

Ability to sort/shift pipe ranging from ½” to 10”.

Preferred experience in fire sprinkler pipe fabrication (6-8 months).

Additional Considerations:

Candidates with backgrounds in auto mechanics, machinery maintenance, automotive lines, diesel, or farm equipment are encouraged to apply.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Application Question(s):

• Are you comfortable with Monday through Friday (Saturdays possibly/OT as needed) 5 am to 1 :30 pm 1/2 hour unpaid lunch

Work Location: On the road