Stick Welding Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Facilities Maintenance - 3 team member works as a part of a team performing multiple duties involving welding, fabrication, maintenance of equipment, facilities, and grounds. This position performs skilled welding and fabrication work in support of facility and manufacturing operations. Assigned team and tasks will vary based on business necessity.

PELLA CORPORATION REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or equivalency
Pass pre-employment tests, including Prework screen and Drug screen
Work in a team environment with the ability to communicate in a concise, polite and respectful manner
HVAC certification may be required at some sites
Class B Electrician License or equivalent certification

ENVIRONMENT:

Noise level requires hearing protection in designated areas
Seasonal high/low temperatures and humidity
Outside conditions
Clothing spoilage
Frequent handling of power tools
Work near moving mechanical parts
Work at various heights
Travel by various modes of transportation
Hazardous materials
Work in confined spaces

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Comply with safety, quality, and productivity requirements and procedures
Regular/dependable attendance required
Flexibility of work hours including overtime, shift variation, and holidays
Perform preventative maintenance requirements per an established schedule
Assists in the development and update of preventative maintenance requirements for equipment as part of the EEM and ongoing Pella Maintenance Processes
Facilities maintenance generally includes roofs, doors, floors, restrooms, air leaks, replacing light bulbs and ballasts, painting, repairing and replacing fans, and maintaining interior and exterior buildings, fire sprinkler systems, machinery and equipment
Use of hand tools and machinery is required to maintain equipment, buildings, building control systems and grounds
Maintenance and troubleshooting of building electrical systems
Maintenance of building plumbing systems
Maintenance and troubleshooting of building control systems
Perform MIG, TIG, and Stick welding on equipment, machinery, structural components, and facility systems
Fabricate, modify, repair, and install metal components, machine guards, racks, platforms, handrails, brackets, and structural steel as needed
Read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, and welding specifications
Operate welding, cutting, grinding, and fabrication equipment safely and effectively
Support equipment modifications, repairs, and facility improvement projects through welding and fabrication activities
Maintain necessary PIV license(s)

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ability to rotate to other positions as needed
Maintain good housekeeping
Learn and perform multiple job tasks. Rotate to any job within the Facilities Maintenance classification
Facilities Maintenance team members will be cross-trained in different areas
Other duties may be assigned

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Manufacturing related experience is preferred
Job related experience is preferred
Welding and fabrication experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment preferred

SKILLS AND TALENTS:

Able to work with minimal supervision
Decision making
Troubleshooting
Mechanical skills
Advanced welding and fabrication skills
Communication skills
Plumbing skills
Industrial electrical skills
Blueprint reading and interpretation

MAINTENANCE TRAINING:

Basic Motor Control
Class B Electrician License

APPLICABLE CLASSES:

Industrial Math

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Lift up to 100 lbs. at waist level and up to 70 lbs. at shoulder level up to an occasional basis when moving products
Push or pull with up to 100 lbs. of force up to an occasional basis when moving products
Generate up to 90 lbs. of grip strength up to an occasional basis with each hand while handling products
Generate up to 15 lbs. of pinch strength up to an occasional basis with each hand while handling products
Display average coordination with both hands up to a continuous basis while performing job tasks
Perform elevated work up to an occasional basis when handling products
Stoop, kneel or squat up to an occasional basis when handling products
Reach forward and to the side up to a frequent basis when handling products
Stand up to a continuous basis and walk up to a frequent basis during the course of each shift
Able to perform repetitive tasks up to 12 hours per day