Requisition Code: 25-KNOX-002 Open Date: 2/6/2025 Status: Open Work Location: Fort Knox (KY)
Job Description:
SUMMARY:
The Welder welds metal components together to fabricate or repair products, such as machine parts, plant equipment, mobile homes, motors, and generators, according to layouts, blueprints or work orders, using brazing and a variety of arc and gas welding equipment. All work is accomplished IAW with the applicable Army regulations, DA PAMs, Technical Manuals, Technical Bulletins, and Repair Manuals.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Welds metal parts together, using both gas welding or brazing and any combination of arc welding processes, performs related tasks such as thermal cutting and grinding, repairs broken or cracked parts, fills holes, and increases size of metal parts, positions, and clamps together components of fabricated metal products preparatory to welding.
• May locate and repair cracks in industrial engine cylinder heads, using inspection equipment and gas torch.
• May perform repairs only and be required to pass employer performance tests or standard tests to meet certification standards of governmental agencies or professional and technical associations.
• The Welder, Combination, Maintenance will layout, fit, and fabricate metal components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, and pressure vessels.
• Implement welding techniques, metallurgy, and engineering requirements to include experimental welding to analyze engineering drawings and specifications to plan welding operations.
• Layout, position, and secure parts and assemblies according to specification, using straightedge, combination square, calipers, and ruler.
• Tack-weld or weld components and assemblies, using electric, gas, arc, or other welding equipment to include MMW (Manual Metal Arc), FCAW (Flux Cored Arc Welding) and GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding).
• Cut workpiece, using powered saws, hand shears, break press or chipping knife.
• Observe tests on welded surfaces, such as hydrostatic, x-ray, and dimension tolerance to evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications.
• Inspect grooves, angles, or gap allowances, using micrometer, caliper, and precision measuring.
• Remove rough spots from workpiece, using portable grinder, hand file, or scraper.
• Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions. heat, form, and dress metal parts, using hand tools, torch, and arc welding equipment.
• Have the knowledge to ignite torch and adjust valve, amperage, or voltage to obtain desired flame or arc.
• Develop templates and other work aids to hold and align parts and/or structures.
• Maintain good housekeeping, and energy conservation and safety precautions always.
• Comply with all personal protection requirements and able to wear full-face respirators.
NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Must be able to devise steps necessary to complete tasks.
• Ability to prioritize work, complete multiple tasks, and work under deadlines.
• Excellent personal communication skills
• Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• No Direct Supervisory Responsibilities
Requirements:
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Minimum requirements :
• High School graduate or equivalent.
• The position requires 5 years of demonstrated experience.
• Must pass a respirator physical test.
• Ability to identify needed remedies or improvements and recommend solutions.
• Must be U.S. citizen.
• Must be capable of using computers and MS Office Software.
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license; may be required to be licensed to operate Government provided vehicle.
• Possesses analytical and research skills.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read, comprehend and explain instructions, letters, memos, emails, and correspondence from inside the organization as well as from external sources. Ability to effectively respond, communicate and present information to customers, internal and external, clients and other employees in the organization. Ability to interpret instructions and information and explain to others in the performance of this job in English.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must have the ability to work indoors or outdoors in bad weather. Must be able to stand for long periods of time, stoop down and lift and carry Handle equipment/supplies weighing 30-50 pounds individually and occasionally items weighing in excess of 50 pounds with assistance. Must possess visual acuity to review written documentation; ability to hear and understand speech at normal room levels and on the telephone; and the manual dexterity to operate hand tools.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/HOURS:
Job is performed indoors and outdoors and will be exposed to prevailing weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment may vary from moderate to high, depending on location. Will work a 40- hour work week.
EXPECTATIONS:
The employee must be dependable and have strong communication skills while meeting project deadlines. Timesheets must be completed daily, ensuring that you accurately record your actual work hours. Timely and precise timesheet entries are essential for maintaining our records and ensuring smooth operations.
Additionally, please remember to dress appropriately for your shift and be punctual. Adhering to these standards helps us maintain a professional work environment and provides the best experience for our clients and colleagues.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.