xPL Welder I

Position Description:
Performing tasks involving metal fabrication, welding and fitting functions on manufacturing facility as assigned and directed.

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities:

• Review drawings and documents, and coordinate and understand production plan ahead of work going in place.
• Fully comprehend scopes of work per plans and specifications to complete daily tasks.
• Collaborate with xPL Project team, Crew Leader, and/or Supervisor to create schedules and determine sequencing of work. Develop and implement recovery strategies to maintain production schedule, as required.
• Perform metal fabrication, welding and fitting work tasks and activities as directed and under Foreperson supervision, including but not limited to:

a. Perform basic FCAW welding operations as trained and qualified.

b. Weld structural steel components according to drawings and welding procedures.

c. Read and interpret basic fabrication drawings and welding symbols.

d. Prepare materials by cleaning, grinding, fitting, and positioning components.

e. Perform tack welding and support fit-up operations.

f. Inspect completed welds and perform grinding and cleanup as required.

g. Maintain equipment, housekeeping, and production standards

h. Make acceptable fillet welds in flat and horizontal positions.

i. Perform basic tack welding.

j. Identify common weld defects.

• Inventory supplies and give supply orders to Crew Leader for re-stocking.
• Engage with subcontractors and suppliers to communicate and verify their understanding of their scope of work and work implementation plan and monitor their work progress.
• Collaborate with Environmental Health Safety (EH&S) and Quality Control teams for safety and quality programs,
• Ensure Trade employees, subcontractors, and vendors to comply with xPL standards, safety codes, regulations, and jobsite security.
• Display high level of teamwork, integrity, commitment, and leadership in daily operations.
• Fully understand work instructions, project signage, and safety instructions from tool and equipment manufacturers and prepare and inspect tools prior use to ensure safe and working condition.
• Participate in daily Pre-Task Plans, follow safety expectations for operation of equipment and tools, select appropriate equipment for performing work, adhere to safety protocols to perform work, and wear appropriate PPE (Personal Protection Equipment).
• Ensure security of equipment and work area while conducting operations.
• Identify, communicate, and escalate problems and issues to Crew Leader or Supervisor for immediate resolution.
• Track production of completed tasks.
• Maintain positive working relationships with contractors, suppliers and other employees.
• May engage in activities requiring operation of project or personal vehicle.
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.