Welder Job in Basel, Switzerland

Construction
Switzerland
September 15, 2024
$1600 - $2400 / day

Job Overview

  • Date Posted
    September 15, 2024
  • Location
    Switzerland
  • Offered Salary
    $1600 - $2400 / day
  • Expiration date
    May 5, 2026
  • Experience
    2 Year
  • Gender
    Male
  • Qualification
    Bachelor Degree
  • Career Level
    Executive

Job Description

The Welder is responsible for assembling and fabricating metal structures and components through welding techniques such as MIG, TIG, arc, and oxy-fuel welding. This role involves reading blueprints, operating welding equipment, inspecting welds, and ensuring all work meets quality and safety standards. The Welder plays a critical role in the construction, manufacturing, and repair of metal parts and structures.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform welding tasks, including MIG (Metal Inert Gas), TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas), arc welding, and other welding techniques to join, fabricate, and repair metal structures.
  • Operate cutting, grinding, and shaping tools, as well as welding equipment, to fit and assemble metal components.
  • Interpret blueprints, sketches, or specifications to determine the layout, dimensions, and type of materials required.
  • Prepare metal surfaces by cleaning, cutting, grinding, and shaping materials to ensure proper welds.
  • Align parts or workpieces to be welded according to specifications, using jigs, clamps, and other tools.
  • Select and adjust the appropriate welding equipment settings, including voltage, current, and wire feed, to match materials and specifications.
  • Inspect completed welds for defects, ensuring welds are free of cracks, porosity, or other flaws.
  • Test welds to ensure strength and durability, following established quality standards and procedures.
  • Perform post-weld clean-up, removing slag, spatter, and excess material to produce smooth, clean welds.
  • Maintain welding machines and equipment, ensuring proper functioning and safety.
  • Perform basic troubleshooting of welding tools and machinery, making minor repairs as needed.
  • Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Follow all safety guidelines and procedures, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as helmets, gloves, and eye protection.
  • Maintain awareness of workplace hazards, such as sparks, fumes, and hot surfaces, and take necessary precautions.
  • Comply with local, national, and company welding standards and regulations.
  • Work closely with other team members, such as fabricators, engineers, and supervisors, to complete projects on time and to specifications.
  • Communicate any issues related to material defects, equipment malfunctions, or project timelines to the supervisor.
  • Assist with other fabrication or metal work tasks as needed, such as cutting or bending metal.

Skills & Experience

  • Minimum 2 years of experience required.
  • Graduation in any stream or equivalent.
  • Proven experience as a welder, preferably with certifications (e.g., AWS, ASME).
  • Proficiency in various welding techniques (MIG, TIG, arc, oxy-fuel).
  • Knowledge of metals and alloys, including steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and more.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and welding symbols.

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