Nortek Air Solutions, LLC
Position at Nortek Air Solutions BrazerPosition Summary: Under the direction of the Supervisor of Manufacturing Operations, Brazers join pieces of metal together by first heating the pieces and then placing a solder-like filler substance on the joint. They allow the heated metal to melt the filler and seal the joint. Brazers are not the same as welders, since brazers use heat and filler to bond joints together, whereas welders melt metals at high temperatures to fuse them together. However, it is not uncommon for brazers to also be trained as welders. Working with extremely hot materials requires the use of protective gear to ensure safety.Essential Job Functions:Brazes (bonds) together components to assemble metal parts as specified by layout, work order, or blueprints, using hand torch,Places and brazes parts into compressors within units.Guides torch and rod along joint of work pieces to heat to brazing temperature, melt braze alloy, and bond work pieces together.Cuts carbon electrodes to specified size and shape, using cutoff saw.Removes work piece from fixture, using tongs, and cools work piece, using air or water.Cleans joints of work pieces, using wire brush or by dipping them into cleaning solution.Examines seams and rebrazes defective joints or broken parts.Connects hoses from torch to regulator valves and cylinders of oxygen and specified fuel gas, acetylene or natural.Turns valves to start flow of gases, lights flame, and adjusts valves to obtain desired color and size of flame.Brushes flux onto joint of work piece or dips braze rod into flux to prevent oxidation of metal.Aligns and secures work pieces in fixtures, jigs, or vise, using rule, square, or template.Melts and separates brazed joints to remove and straighten damaged or misaligned components, using hand torch or furnace.Selects torch tip, flux, and brazing alloy from data charts or work order.Adjusts electric current and timing cycle of resistance welding machine to heat metal to bonding temperature.Minimum Job Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent.Completion of some secondary/trade school technical and/or general business course is preferred.Requires a minimum of 3+ years of brazing experience, or equivalent combination of technical school, on-the-job training and work experience.Basic understanding of refrigeration flow system.Experience with 480VAC 3 phase motor control systems.Experience with installation of HVAC equipment such as Chillers, Heat exchangers, Boilers, Cooling towers, pumps.Must be able to work with carbon steel, stainless steel, PVC, poly/HDPE, copper, and various high pressure/temperature alloys.Must be proficient in the use of bevelers, threaders and other end prep machines.Minimum Abilities and Skills:Ability to read, understand and interpret two- and three-dimensional diagrams in order to fit metal products correctly.Ability to read and understand mechanical/piping drawings and applications legend for circuit and parts identification.Able to operate and use hand and power tools (pipe cutter, ratcheting, standard wrenches)Must be able to apply significant torque with hand tools throughout the entire work day (wrenches, ratcheting tools, channel locks, etc.)Able to read a tape measure.Additional Requirements:Able to lift and/or move heavy objects/components, frequently up to 25lbs. and occasionally up to 50 lbs.Must be detail-oriented and possess good near-vision and eyesight to see details and characteristics of the joint at close range, and be able to detect changes in molten metal flows.Requires manual dexterity with ability to make coordinated hand and finger movements to grasp, manipulate and assemble objects, and handle tools.Ability to work in repetitive motions and pressure involving fingers, hands, and wrists.Able to stand for prolonged periods on a concrete floor.Able to walk, reach with hands and arms, push, pull, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, and crawl.Able to climb ladders and work in high areas.Must have demonstrated ability to communicate (speak, read, write) in English.Good math skills are preferred to interpret drawings and specifications.Able to work independently and with others.Nortek Air Solutions, LLC, offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. To learn more about Nortek Air Solutions, please visit our company website at http://www.nortekair.com/. About Nortek Air Solutions:Nortek Air Solutions, LLC (NAS) is a Madison Industries company. Madison Industries is on of the largest and most successful privately held companies in the world and has a robust portfolio of indoor air quality solutions. Madison builds entrepreneurially driven, branded market leaders that are committed to making the world safer, healthier, and more productive by creating innovative solutions that deliver outstanding customer value.NAS is the largest manufacturer of custom heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment in North America. Its products include FANWALL TECHNOLOGY®, air handlers, packaged DX, vertical self-contained systems, energy recovery ventilators with integrated heating and cooling systems, coils and more. NAS has five strategically located manufacturing facilities which encompass over 2 million square feet of clean space and 180 sales representative offices. NAS's brands are known for innovation and advanced technology and provide customers with product solutions for every industrial need including commercial air handlers, clean room systems, and mission critical technology. NAS's end markets include healthcare, education, industrial, commercial, clean rooms, and data centers.Nortek Air Solutions, LLC, is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.#nasjob1