Welder - Kennedy Space Center, United States - Amentum

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Independently perform installation, construction, layout/fabrication, modification, assembly, repair, welding, burning, brazing, soldering, etc., of facilities, structures, buildings, vehicles, metal products, and equipment. Perform stress relief, tempering, drawing, and make small tools and open-hearth welds. Perform any work assigned to the employees in the classification. Perform work in other classifications when incidental but necessary to accomplish work assignment.

Performs duties in compliance with Federal, State, local, NASA and Air Force laws and regulations and requirements and KSC/CCAFS energy management conservation regulations, collective bargaining agreements, security, safety, hurricane and other specialized programs or contractual requirements relating to the business of the section, working within the limits of established policy.

• Work from verbal information, blueprints, sketches, specifications, and applicable codes and standards.
• Performs welds using arc and T.I.G. welding processes; uses oxygen/acetylene torch and cutting/notching equipment such as bank saw, ironworker, shear and reciprocating saw to cut and fit assemblies
• Constructs stand and jigs for weldments
• Troubleshoots and adjusts welding/burning equipment
• Assembles and connects welding apparatus including tanks, regulators, hoses, torches and tips, cables, with feeders and electrode holders.
• Performs other work of related skill.
• May be asked to assist with or complete work in other craft areas.
• Set-up and operate all gas, electric and heliarc welding, soldering, brazing, cutting, forming and other necessary equipment.
• Maintain logs, records, charts, etc., as required.
• Good organizational and planning skills
• Good Communication skills
• Ability to pay close attention to detail
• Ability to operate and service various rotating equipment
• Work with computers
• Ability to work independently but follow specific detailed instructions
• Ability to interface with various levels of personnel in a multi-cultural, team- oriented environment
• Maintain certifications, licenses, permits, etc., required for performance of assigned tasks.
• Attend and participate in a variety of meetings and task force groups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problem and maintain specific level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, requirements and policies.
• Perform or assist with any departmental operations, under direction, to maintain work flow.
• Maintain security clearance, area permit(s), licenses, certifications, etc. required for performance of assigned tasks.
• Must possess a valid Florida Driver's license.
• Performs other related and/or associated duties as required.
• Lift, push, pull, and carry heavy objects exceeding 30 pounds
• Walk, stand, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl and bend/twist body for extended periods of time
• Work at heights
  • Walk up/down stairs frequently
  • Climb ladders and scaffolding
• Use hands to handle, control, feel objects, tools and make adjustments to equipment controls
• Frequently perform repetitive movements
• Ability to correctly perform with corrective devices, tasks that require close visual acuity, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus
• Wear job/task related/required PPE: i.e. safety shoes, hearing / eye protection, hard hat, respirators, gloves, fall protection etc.
• Tolerate in and outdoor extreme cold, heat and humid conditions for extended periods of time
• May be required to work in areas where high noise hazards prevail.
• May be exposed to fumes, airborne particles and electrical shock hazards.
• May be required to work a flexible work schedule and on alternating work days to meet mission and customer requirements.

This classification may include managing hazardous materials or other environmental responsibilities

REQUIRED SKILLS/SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATION

• Must maintain the following certifications, in addition to licenses, permits, etc., required for performance of assigned tasks:

(a) carbon steel plate

(b) stainless steel pipe

(c) aluminum pipe.

EDUCATION/YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent and
  • A recognized apprenticeship training program plus 2 years of experience OR
  • Military or Civilian vocational training plus 2 years of experience OR
  • 5 years of direct work-related skills, knowledge, and experience
• Must be able to obtain and maintain job related Licenses, Certifications etc. required by Federal, State, local, NASA and Air Force standards, rules and regulations
• Able to interact with customers and coworkers in a courteous, professional, and effective manner.
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Must have working knowledge of computers and work-related computer programs associated with the position.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran's status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.

Labor Law Posters

EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans