LA Shop Technician Welder
Baton Rouge, LA - USA
Job Summary
Ford-Gelatt a SunSource company supplies industrial process equipment to the process industries with a focus on adding value. Our team at Ford-Gelatt is technically sound and highly experienced with industry leading brands. We provide technical added-value in equipment sales in Louisiana Mississippi and SE Texas.
Were looking for an energetic self-driven and highly technical individual to join our Repair team.
In this role you will be responsible for:
Setup tack-weld and weld components in flat vertical or overhead positions according to specifications
Cleaning grinding and degreasing surfaces using grinders wire brushes or sanders before and after welding
Using plasma cutters or oxy-fuel torches to cut metal to size
Checking completed welds for defects bead size and conformity to blueprints
Perform basic maintenance on welding machines wire feeders and torches
Disassemble and inspect a wide variety of pumps gearboxes and other rotating equipment and provide recommendations for repair
Provide complete service report specifying parts and labor required to repair for quotation purposes
Assemble units according to manufacturer specifications and tolerances
Clean organize and maintain shop and shop equipment
Participate in continuous improvement through training and associate development
Various other responsibilities as needed
Qualified individuals will have the following skills and experience:
A certificate in welding from a technical school or community college is highly preferred with AWS (American Welding Society) or similar certifications
Knowledge of working with various metals including carbon steel aluminum and stainless steel
5 years experience in MIG TIG or stick welding along with mechanical pump and rotating experience
Ability to read blueprints technical drawings and work orders
Proficiency with measuring tools including calipers micrometers fillet gauges etc.
Good verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work under pressure and handle daily changes in schedule and priorities
Must be able to stand for majority of workday and lift up to 75 lbs
We are a fast-paced customer service-oriented company that is ahead of our competition. We value employee contributions and success in meeting and exceeding our return we offer excellent pay and benefits including a company-matched 401k and the opportunity to work with exceptional people.
Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and protected veteran status. If you are an individual with a disability and require an accommodation to complete the application process please contactemailprotectedto request reasonable accommodation. Only requests for accommodation in the application process will be returned from this email address. This employer uses E-Verify. Please clickherefor additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information clickhereaquí).
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
About Company
As one of North America's leading distributors for mobile and industrial applications, our solutions-based approach supports OEM & MRO customers with their needs in fluid power, fluid process, fluid conveyance, industrial supplies, and service & repair capabilities.