WELDER/FABRICATOR – Machinery Corporation of Guyana Ltd.

Description

To lay out, fit and fabricate metal components to assemble structural forms for use within the Company.

Requirements

• At least five (5) subjects CXC, inclusive Math & English.
• At least two (2) years relevant experience.
• Certification in welding/Fabrication  
• Experience with parts will be an asset.
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lay out, position and secure parts and assemblies according to specifications, using straightedge, combination square, callipers and ruler
• Tack-welds or welds components and assemblies using electric, gas, arc or other welding equipment
• Cut work pieces using powered saws, hand shears or hacksaw
• Melt lead bar, wire or scrap to add lead to join or to extrude melted scrap into reusable form
• Monitor and manage the Service Departments consumable inventory
• Install or repair equipment such as lead pipes, valves, floors and tank linings
• Observe tests on welded surfaces, such as hydrostatics and dimension tolerance to evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications
• Inspect grooves, angles or gap allowances using micrometre, calliper and precision measuring instruments
• Weld components in flat, vertical or overhead positions
• Heat, form and dress metal parts using hand tools, torch or arc welding equipment
• Ignite torch and adjust valves, amperage or voltage to obtain desired flame or arc
• Analyse engineering fabrication drawings and specifications to plan layout, assembly and welding operations
• Determine required equipment and welding method applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques
• Ensure all tasks and activities are conducted following the company’s established safety standards and procedures

Remuneration/Benefits

MACORP offers a competitive remuneration and benefits package; including subsidized meals, non-contributory medical and life insurance, pension, uniforms, monthly incentives, continuous professional development training, paid monthly time off and credit union access.