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Phoenix Fabricators and Erectors

Welder Trainer

Phoenix Fabricators and Erectors, Avon

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EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Description Company Background:Phoenix Fabricators and Erectors, LLC ("Phoenix"), founded in 1986 and headquartered in Avon, Indiana, is one of the nation's leading construction company in elevated water towers and storage containers. Phoenix has constructed over 5,000 elevated water storage tanks throughout the United States as well as several foreign countries. By employing our own field crews, Phoenix offers a turnkey operation through engineering, fabrication, foundation installation, field erection, field coating and maintenance. Phoenix maintains the industry's highest-rated safety construction and safe working environment that has earned Phoenix numerous "Tank of the Year" awards from the Steel Tank Institute/Steel Plate Fabricators Association, American Water Works Association, and Tnemec Industrial Coatings.Job Purpose:The Welder Trainer is responsible for developing and delivering welding training programs, teaching welding techniques and safety, and evaluating progress to ensure the trainee is gaining the skills and knowledge necessary to weld for Phoenix.Description of Essential Duties: Create and implement welding curricula, lesson plans, and instructional materials. Provide hands-on instruction and demonstration of various welding processes, tools, and techniques. Weld using a variety of different techniques and in various positions Types of welding will be done with GMAW/FCAW/SMAW Weldments will be in conformation to AWS D1.1 and AWWA D100 Teach and enforce safety regulations and procedures in the welding environment. Assess trainee skills and knowledge, providing constructive feedback, and monitoring progress. Provide guidance and support to trainees. Maintain and supervise the use of welding equipment and tools. Guide and mentor. Keep accurate records of trainee's progress. Stay up to date with the latest advancements in welding technology and practices. Additional duties such as "fitting" using standard tools such as bull pins, u bars, shims, keyplates, and line up bars. Other duties as assigned.Supervisory Responsibilities: NoneQualification Requirements:(To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. These may be varied based on specific requirements of a location or project) An Associate's degree in welding technology, metals fabrication, or a related field. Experience as a master welder. Certification as a Certified Welding Educator (CWE) from the American Welding Society (AWS). Certification in welding from the American Welding Society (AWS). Strong instructional skills to help trainees develop their welding skills. Experience with curriculum development and instructional design. Ability to read and interpret welding blueprints and specifications. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organizational and management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. Ability to work with diverse individuals. Demonstrate proficiency with welding FCAW and GMAW Ability to produce X-Ray quality welds in productionPhysical Demands:(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.)While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk and/or hear, and/or use hands and fingers to handle or touch objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand, and/or walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl with the potential on uneven ground. The employee must regularly lift and/or move and/or pull up to 50 pounds (up to 100 pounds with assistance) of equipment, material and/or tools which may include lifting 50 pounds (up to 100 pounds with assistance) above shoulders. Must also be capable of climbing onto trailers or trucks to secure and move equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.Work Environment:(The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.)The employee is potentially exposed to fumes, airborne particles, dust, or non-weather heat, and toxic. The noise level is usually moderate but may be loud at certain times. The employee must be available during traditional and non-traditional hours (40 plus per week) to complete assigned tasks according to contract or job requirements.Phoenix Fabricators and Erectors, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Phoenix Fabricators and Erectors, LLC is also an E-Verify participant.The above statements reflect the principal functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.Position RequirementsThis position is currently accepting applications.