Position Title: Welder/Fabricator 

Reporting to: Production Planner 

Department: Production 

Central Power Systems & Services is a privately held company with deep roots going back to 1954.   

Our Mission Statement is forging long-lasting partnerships by providing first-class customer support.  We live that statement every single day. We are looking for a Welder/Fabricator to help support that mission.  

JOB SUMMARY                                                                           

This manufacturing position is focused on our Generator Manufacturing Division.  The Welder/Fabricator safely cuts, fits, tacks and welds in the production of electric generators at the direction of the Production Planner.  Due to invisible electromagnetic fields associated with equipment used, any carrier of a pacemaker must avoid this particular work area. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Uses electricity and torches to produce heat and solder together components made from steel, titanium, copper and other metals 

• Welds small components like copper plumbing for residential use and large ones like pipelines for power plants or beams for buildings and bridges 

• Consults blueprints and sketches to execute jobs and tasks to specification 

• Assesses equipment, structures, materials and job specifications for appropriate welding positions and methods 

• Monitors equipment for appropriate usage and temperature 

• Maintains a thorough knowledge of universal standards and specifications to meet building codes and legal requirements 

• Develops working knowledge of dozens of methods used for welding a variety of materials and components 

• Operates specialized machinery for industrial welding or supervises robots that do the same 

• Trims metal components using heat, fire and electricity 

• Dismantles and disposes of large metal objects and structures 

• Monitors work environment for hazards and maintains healthy ventilation levels to avoid particle or gas inhalation 

• Follows safety protocol, including wearing heat-resistant gloves, protective masks and safety shoes 

Great Benefits 

• Highly Competitive Pay 

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance 

• 401k with company match 

• Paid Time Off 

• Paid Certification Training 

• Opportunity for advancement 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Candidates must have completed a bona fide apprenticeship, or  

• Have 5 years of previous experience, or  

• Have a combination of previous work experience and training equivalent to a bona fide apprenticeship program in the trade 

• Knowledge in the construction or manufacturing industries 

• Skilled in metal straightening and fabrication 

• Proficient in the following welding methods: MIG, TIG, Heli-Arc, Oxy Acetylene, and Soldering 

• Willingness and ability to work on any assigned schedule, change shifts, work more than 8 hours per day and/or work overtime, all while maintaining good attendance 

• Ability and willingness to learn and follow safety rules and procedures, to work in a team environment, treat co-workers with dignity and respect regardless of personal differences, and accept and follow instructions and requests from leadership 

• Ability and willingness to understand and follow instructions, both orally and in writing  

WORK CONDITIONS  

Physical Demands/Work Environment:   

This position regularly requires walking, standing, sitting, stooping, bending, kneeling and climbing stairs.  It also often requires pushing, pulling, twisting, lifting 50+ lbs. and working in a variety of weather conditions and noise levels.  This list is not meant to cover every possible scenario but simply provides an outline.  Employees may be assigned other tasks as needed.  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.  

CPS&S is a smoke-free and drug-free work environment.