Mechanic/Welder II

Aerial Operations White City, Oregon


Description

Position Purpose 

This position assembles, alters, and/or repairs fabricated and aluminum products. Must also be able to diagnose and repair small engines and rolling equipment. Willing and able to work long hours and travel as required to meet company requirements. 

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Weld standard and exotic materials using the TIG, MIG and oxy acetylene processes.
  • Set up and equipment depending on material and thickness.
  • Inspect welds as required. Achieve and maintain task qualifications for all work performed.
  • Work in a team environment and follow Company’s Guiding Principles.
  • Perform housekeeping and other organizational requirements.
  • Perform Lean, Standard Work and Continuous Process Improvements.
  • Assist in new product development by turning a concept into a prototype thru Research & Development.
  • Fabricate/Repair steel and aluminum products.
  • Perform routine and unexpected maintenance on equipment.
  • Maintain appropriate inventory levels.
  • May work under minimal supervision.
  • Communicate professionally via phone or email on a consistent basis. Practice good verbal and written communication as required to communicate with team members.
  • Operate a CMV w/trailer to support field operations.
  • Other duties as assigned.

 Minimum Qualifications

  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in TIG and MIG welding. Fabrication experience required.
  • Certification to AWS D17 and/or Mil-Std- 2219 preferred.
  • Two-year vocational welding degree preferred. 
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required. Valid Driver license required.
  • Class A air brake restricted CDL preferred.
  • Work 40 or more hours per week as directed (overtime, weekends, etc.) 
  • Travel domestically and internationally as directed. Drive company vehicles or rental vehicles as directed. Work with hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals and products to perform required tasks.
  • Have the following qualities: promote safety, ethics, punctuality, honesty, team player, work alone or with others, positive influence, detail orientated, critical thinking skills.
  • Ability to obtain a US passport.

Competencies

Safety and Work Environment – Identifies hazardous or potentially hazardous situations and takes appropriate action to maintain a safe and productive work environment for self and others. Follows Guiding Principle “Be Safe”. 
Effective Communication - Actively listens to others. Communicates with others clearly, openly, and respectfully. Uses all forms of communication effectively and appropriately (includes email, text, IM). 
Teamwork - Works collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals.
Accountable to Achieving Commitments
 - Achieves commitments to both internal and external customers. Produces high quality work by being attentive to detail and maintaining accuracy. Works in a conscientious, consistent, and thorough manner to meet all schedules and timelines. Anticipates potential problems. Finds the root cause of problems and takes appropriate action. Makes continuous improvement to processes and results. 
Adaptability to Change - Understands, accepts, and supports the need for business change and helping others with transitions. Adapts and adjusts to change within own area of responsibility as well as accepting the need for change more broadly. 

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, inquiry or discussion about compensation, or any other characteristic protected by law.”