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Traveling Flux Core Welder
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Performs FCAW welding on structural bridge components in a fabrication shop, following AWS D1.5 standards and NYS DOT requirements.
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Description
Tradesmen International is immediately hiring Traveling Flux Core Welders for projects located in the Olean, NY area. This is a second shift opportunity, and the pay rate is up to $45/hour plus $125/day per diem for Travelers 60+ miles from the job site. Per diem is paid all 7 days of the week if you work the full schedule. If you are a Flux Core Welder and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity and superior craftsmanship, this is your chance to advance your career!
Job Scope:
- Perform FCAW welding on structural bridge components in a fabrication shop environment
- Weld heavy structural steel including plate, beams, stiffeners, diaphragms, and structural assemblies used in bridge construction
- Follow WPS procedures to maintain proper voltage, travel speed, and penetration
- Perform multi-pass welds on thick structural material while maintaining required bead profile and fusion
- Work from blueprints to locate weld joints and complete welds to specification
- Ensure welds meet AWS D1.5 Bridge Welding Code standards and pass required inspections
Requirements
- Minimum of 10 years welding experience in a bridge fabrication shop
- Experience welding heavy structural steel used in bridge construction
- Verifiable history of qualifying for and maintaining AWS D1.5 certification
- Perform FCAW welds in compliance with AWS D1.5 Bridge Welding Code standards
- Pass on-site 3G FCAW weld test subject to bend and X-ray inspection to meet NYS DOT requirements.
- Ability to read and work from blueprints and WPS sheets with minimal supervision
- Experience with multi-pass welding on heavy plate and structural members
- Ability to maintain weld quality that meets visual and NYS DOT requirements
Company Details
Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry.
Our comprehensive benefits include:
- Tradesmen+ Rewards Program – earn points for hours worked
- Vacation Pay
- Health insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability
“Be Safe” from fraud! Tradesmen International will never ask you to pay for certifications, equipment, or other “up front” costs as a condition of hire. Similarly, we do not request pictures of documents or IDs to private phone numbers or email addresses. If in doubt, please call or visit your closest Tradesmen office to verify the request.
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