Welder - Certified

In business since 1978, Bethlehem Construction, Inc. proudly maintains PCI (Precast Concrete Institute) Certification. We enjoy competitive advantages due to the commitment of our employees and the control of our certified processes, which enhances the satisfaction of our customers. Bethlehem Construction is in quest of a Certified Welder to our Construction Team in Central Washington. The Certified Welder at Bethlehem Construction works on Construction Job-sites.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Reads blueprints and drawings and taking measurements to plan layout and procedures, with knowledge of welding symbols and concepts
• Sets up components for welding according to specifications
• Determines the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements
• Ensures all equipment is properly set-up and used in a safe manner and that all safety devices are in use.
• Operates and maintains welding equipment.
• Prepares product to be welded by grinding, drilling, milling, tapping and cutting steel/aluminum parts.
• Fabricates and assembles metal holders, jigs, platforms, as needed.
• Welds on equipment, as required
• Works with the construction crew in the final stages of the project and welds structures per engineering specifications.
• Works with the job Superintendent to maintain construction schedule
• Inspects welds for accuracy
• Changes welding wire and gas tanks, as needed
• Operates fork lift, if required and trained
• Maintains portable welding truck
• Checks welding supplies and give a detailed list to the Superintendent for ordering
• Reports to Precast and Construction Superintendents
• Additional duties as assigned by the President, Vice President or Project Managers or Superintendents of Bethlehem Construction, Inc.

Qualifications:

• Welding Certifications required
• Techniques: Arc Welding (may also require other welding techniques)
• Positions: Flat, Horizontal, Vertical, Overhead
• Ability to read blue prints and a tape measure
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Safety conscious
• Able to work well with a team
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Reliable and highly motivated
• Able to work in high places from ladders and lifts
• Must have and maintain a clean driving record, in order to drive the Company welding truck