Job Description SummaryAs a Welder at GE Aerospace Research you will preform manual metal arc welding, gas welding. brazing, cutting, burning. Spray metallizing, MIG and TIG welding in all positions.
Job Description- Secure job assignment and partial instructions for diverse work using conventional facilities and materials.
- Interpret sequence of operations, use tools, facilities and materials.
- Follow sequence of operations
- Working from drawings, sketches, written and verbal instructions, etc., perform manual metal arc, carbon
- arc, gas welding, MIG, TIG, brazing, gas cutting and burning as required in the installation, maintenance
- and repair of high-pressure systems, generally determining methods and procedures.
- Work from ladders, high scaffolds, pipe trestles, etc., climbing and working at any required height.
- Work in manholes and closed steam tunnels, and outdoors in excavations under the most severe weather conditions. Work inside combustion test stands and exhaust stacks, sometimes working in elevated temperatures.
- Operations also include cutting, beveling and welding cast iron pipe, stainless steel, and carbon above and below ground level, thawing frozen pipes, welding hangers, supports, pipe guides, etc.
- Competent use of all shop equipment (iron worker, drills, saws, acetylene torch plasma arc, AC & DC welders, SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, hand and layout tools, operate forklifts, overhead cranes).
- Weld in all positions and close quarters as required on fuel, gas, air, steam, water, etc. lines and pipes.
- Remove slag and weld splatter, fill craters and gage weld size.
- Observe weld deposits carefully, clean and inspect visually for defects or trapped slag before next pass is applied; repair as necessary.
- Stow away tools and equipment.
- Perform all position welding to very close requirements on combustion liners, transition pieces, nozzles, test stands, pressure vessels, variety of pipe lines, etc.
- Quality may be checked visually by weld gauges, red dye penetrant, magna flux, X-ray, etc.
- Defective work may not be readily apparent.
- Keep facilities, material and work area orderly exercising care in their use, maintaining general housekeeping practices and conforming to all safety and quality requirements.
- The above statement reflects the general details necessary to describe major functions of the occupation.
Required Qualifications:
- Must be 18 years or older.
- High School Diploma/GED with Journeyman's card OR High School Diploma/GED with Welding School training school and 5 years experience (Verifiable)OR High School Diploma/GED with Official Journeyman welder card (or certified/licensed welder)
- Skilled in various welding processes such as GTAW, GMAW, and SMAW, and may work with different metals including steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
- Must certify within 8 hours per base material group as required and periodic certification thereafter.
- Must be able to pass welding skills demonstration, written test and hands-on benching test.
- Ability and willingness to work off shifts and weekends.
- Ability, with or without accommodation, to lift/push/pull at least 50 pounds.
- Must pass physical, background, and drug screens.
- Ability and willingness to wear personal protective equipment, for example safety glasses, gloves, ear plugs, and safety shoes
- Ability and willingness to take a pre-employment test and submit to technical interview.
- Legal authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for work visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
- You must submit your application on the careers page at www.gecareers.com to be considered.
Desired Qualifications:
- Able to read blueprints.
- Experience with fluorescent dye penetrant.
- Previous held weld certification(s) in: corrosive resistant and heat resistant ferrous alloys, nickel base alloys, cobalt, base alloys, aluminum alloys, and titanium alloys
- A.S.M.E. Boiler Code Welding certification.
- Strong math skills Able to use, read, and understand measuring tools
- Knowledge of common PC tools, Excel, Word, Power Point, etc
- Reading comprehension; understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
- Able to follow written instructions and take verbal instructions.
- Able to work with computerized shop floor tools to include, but not limited to: vouchering systems, on-line quality programs, and payroll management tools
- Ability to work alone or as part of a team with minimal supervision.
The hourly pay range for this position $32.44 - $39.55 USD per hour. The specific hourly rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. This posting is expected to close on November 10th 2024.Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a Sponsor ). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
Additional InformationGE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No