Apprentice Weld Support Technician - Split Shift Night

APPRENTICE WELD SUPPORT TECHNICIAN - SPLIT SHIFT NIGHT

We are currently seeking to fill an entry-level weld support technician position at our Texas test site. This position requires skill in a specialized trade in order to complete welding requirements and operational needs. The position is responsible for executing the activities of the weld support team (plasma programming/operating, saw, material movements in and around the shop, and cross-training across these functions). Hours are listed below under additional requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform tasks such as: plasma table programming, operating a band saw and chop saw, manually drilling and mill materials, etc.


• Analyze engineering drawings to determine dimensions and tolerances of cut parts


• Obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits, or certifications as required


• Make a continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly


• Work with leaders to complete the assignment/project, solve problems, meet deadlines, and review issues for consistent improvement


• Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure an efficient and effective work environment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate's degree from a technical college


• Experience with hand tools, or band saws, or torch cutting (experience from a college program counts)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 1+ year of experience with plasma table programming/operating


• Ability to use measuring instruments of all types


• Experience working in cutting or machining operations


• Experience in a high mix/low volume (job shop) manufacturing environment


• Knowledge in standard tools, materials, motions, and practices of the welding trade


• Knowledge in occupational hazards and effective safety precautions of the trade


• Ability to rapidly change focus while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Working conditions may be in tight quarters and physical dexterity is required


• Ability to work while: standing up to 8 hours, kneeling, crouching, twisting the upper body, in cramped positions: in small openings, and climbing hand over hand


• Able to lift heavy objects up to 45lbs unassisted


• Ability to work on ladders, lifts, and at elevated heights (up to 300 feet) with proper personal protection equipment (PPE)


• Able to respond to emergencies to support priority projects, missions, and launches


• Available to work extended hours and weekends as needed


• Able to work in extreme outdoor environments when needed – heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.


• Able to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise


• Ability and willingness to travel nationally for up to four weeks - travel will be less than 15%


• Standard hours for this role will vary - some months will be 2 PM - 12:30 AM, and others will be 6 PM - 6 AM; flexibility and ability to work overnight shifts for as many months as needed are required