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Baseplate Fuel Tank Welder

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Patterson Pump

Department: Fabrication FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Grade/Level: 4 Job Type: Regular Work Schedule: 2nd shift Job Status: Full Time Reports To: Fabrication Manager Amount of Travel Required: None Positions Supervised: None POSITION SUMMARY Use hand-welding, hand drill, flame-cutting, plasma cutting, or hand grinding equipment to weld or join metal components or to fill holes, indentations, or seams of fabricated metal products. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Reasonable Accommodations Statement To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Functions Statement(s) Plan work from drawings or specifications or use their knowledge of filler metal and base metals to analyze the parts to be joined. Select and set up welding equipment, execute the planned welds, and examine welds to ensure that they meet standards or specifications. Examine weld during the welding process; observe problems with the weld and adjust the speed, voltage, amperage, or feed of the wire or rod. Work with a variety of materials in addition to steel, such as stainless steel. In automated welding, follow specified layouts, work orders, or blueprints; load parts correctly and constantly monitor the machine to ensure that it produces the desired bond. Arc, plasma, and oxy-gas cutters cut and trim metal objects to specific dimensions. Operate and monitor cutting machines similar to those used by welding machine operators. Wear safety shoes, goggles, hoods with protective lenses, and other devices designed to prevent burns and eye injuries and to protect them from falling objects. Work outdoors, in inclement weather, or indoors, sometimes in a confined area designed to contain sparks and glare. Work on a scaffold or platform high off the ground. Lift heavy objects and work in a variety of awkward positions, while bending, stooping, or standing to perform work overhead. Pressure test tanks per specifications. Equipment used on a regular and or daily: 8 lb. sledge hammer, cable jack, porta-power, twin buckles, impact wrenches, large clamps, 4 foot pry bar, large clamps, air chisle, 7.5 inch portable grinder, hand drill, and pressure gauge. Requirements: lifting above the shoulders, 5%, bending, 25%, stooping, 25%, and standing 50%. Comply with established safety policies and procedures. Wear required Personal Protective Equipment as directed. Use appropriate tools designed for their specific job tasks. Provide feedback related to hazard assessments and/or accident investigations. Act in accordance with Patterson’s Company policies (ex. Harassment, Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethics, etc.). Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Competency Statement(s) Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. Applied Learning – Ability to participate in needed learning activities in a way that makes the most of the learning experience. Autonomy – Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Detail Oriented – Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task. Organized – Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task. Safety Awareness – Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety. Technical Aptitude – Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information. Communication, Oral – Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word. Reliability – The trait of being dependable and trustworthy. Judgment – The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information. Problem Solving – Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems. SKILLS & ABILITIES Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Required Associate Degree (two-year college or technical school) Preferred, Field of Study: Welding diploma Experience: 1 plus years of experience Computer Skills: Syteline Certifications & Licenses: Visual inspection, welder certifications on processes used. Other Requirements: Perform all other duties as required by supervision. Overtime as required. Must be able to wear respirator. PHYSICAL DEMANDS N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position. O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 – 2.5+ hrs/day) F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% – 66% of the time (2.5 – 5.5+ hrs/day) C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day) Physical Demands Stand C Walk O Sit O Manually Manipulate F Reach Outward F Reach Above Shoulder O Climb O Crawl O Squat or Kneel O Bend F Lift/Carry 10 lbs or less F 11-20 lbs F 21-50 lbs O 51-100 lbs O Over 100 lbs N Push/Pull 12 lbs or less F 13-25 lbs O 26-40 lbs O 41-100 lbs O Other Physical Requirements Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth) Sense of Sound – Normal Sense of Touch Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Foot, eye, ear, hand, respiratory PPE. Sense of Balance WORK ENVIRONMENT Manufacturing shop floor environment. Cold in winter, hot in summer. The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee’s ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.

Fabricator Setup

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Patterson Pump

Department: Fabrication FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Grade/Level: 6 Job Type: Regular Work Schedule: 2nd Job Status: Full Time Reports To: Fabrication Manager Amount of Travel Required: None Positions Supervised: None POSITION SUMMARY Use hand-welding, flame-cutting, hand grinding, or air arc equipment to weld or join metal components or to fill holes, indentations, or seams of fabricated metal products. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Reasonable Accommodations Statement To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Functions Statement(s) Plan work from drawings or specifications or use their knowledge of filler metal and base metals to analyze the parts to be joined. Select and set up welding equipment per WPS/MPS as applicable, execute the planned welds, and examine welds to ensure that they meet standards or specifications. Examine weld during the welding process; observe problems with the weld and adjust the speed, voltage, amperage, or feed of the wire or rod. Work with a variety of materials in addition to steel, such as stainless steel. In automated welding, follow specified layouts, work orders, or blueprints; load parts correctly and constantly monitor the machine to ensure that it produces the desired bond. Arc, plasma, and oxy-gas cut and trim metal objects to specific dimensions and gauging. Wear safety shoes, goggles, hoods with protective lenses, and other devices designed to prevent burns and eye injuries and to protect them from falling objects. Work outdoors, in inclement weather, or indoors, sometimes in a confined area designed to contain sparks and glare. Work on a scaffold or platform high off the ground. Operate high lift/scissor lift with fall protection. Organize work are and equipment; keep work area neat and clean. Ensure equipment is maintained. Be able to read different measuring devices and perform NTD Testing. Be able to use cranes to move flip and position parts (rigging). Sling and chain inspections. Lift heavy objects and work in a variety of awkward positions, while bending, stooping, or standing to perform work overhead. Equipment used on a regular and or daily: 8 lb. sledge hammer, cable jack, porta-power, turn buckles, impact wrenches, large clamps, 4 foot pry bar, air chisel, 7.5 inch portable grinder, chain fall, die grinder. Requirements: lifting above the shoulders, 5%, bending, 25%, stooping, 25%, and standing 50%. Climbing on parts in different positions. Comply with established safety policies and procedures. Wear required Personal Protective Equipment as directed. Use appropriate tools designed for their specific job tasks. Provide feedback related to hazard assessments and/or accident investigations. Act in accordance with Patterson’s Company policies (ex. Harassment, Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethics, etc.). Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Competency Statement(s) Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. Applied Learning – Ability to participate in needed learning activities in a way that makes the most of the learning experience. Autonomy – Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Detail Oriented – Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task. Organized – Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task. Safety Awareness – Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety. Technical Aptitude – Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information. Communication, Oral – Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word. Reliability – The trait of being dependable and trustworthy. Judgment – The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information. Problem Solving – Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems. SKILLS & ABILITIES Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Required Associate Degree (two-year college or technical school) Required, Field of Study: Welding diploma Experience: 1 plus years of experience Computer Skills: Syteline Certifications & Licenses: Visual inspection, liquid penetrant, mag particle inspection, and welder certification on processes used. Other Requirements: Be available to work overtime as required. Perform all other duties as required by supervision. Must be able to wear respirator. PHYSICAL DEMANDS N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position. O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 – 2.5+ hrs/day) F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% – 66% of the time (2.5 – 5.5+ hrs/day) C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day) Physical Demands Stand C Walk F Sit O Manually Manipulate C Reach Outward F Reach Above Shoulder O Climb O Crawl O Squat or Kneel O Bend F Grasp O Lift/Carry 10 lbs or less F 11-20 lbs F 21-50 lbs O 51-100 lbs O Over 100 lbs N Push/Pull 12 lbs or less F 13-25 lbs F 26-40 lbs O 41-100 lbs O Other Physical Requirements Vision (Near, Distance, Peripheral, Depth) Sense of Sound – Normal Sense of Touch Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Foot, eye, hearing, hand, and respiratory PPE. Sense of Balance WORK ENVIRONMENT Manufacturing shop floor environment. Cold in winter, hot in summer. The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee’s ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.

Robot Operator

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Patterson Pump

Department: Fabrication Job Status: Full Time FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Fabrication Manager Grade/Level: 4 Amount of Travel Required: None Job Type: Regular Positions Supervised: None Work Schedule: 2nd Shift POSITION SUMMARY Set up, operate, or tend welding equipment or robots that weld, braze, solder, cut, stress relieve, or heat treat metal products, components, or assemblies. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Reasonable Accommodations Statement To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Functions Statement(s) Setup to cut, robotically weld, shot blast, process, and grind parts per blueprint, work order, or oral instruction. Load, cut/machine, robot-weld, shot blast, and unload parts at cutting equipment, robot welding cell, and shot blast system by drawing and program. Visually inspect parts to verify proper weld quality. Operate machinery to blast parts to a white metal finish and keep parts identified according to Syteline requirements. Deburr and clean parts. Use jib and overhead cranes. Support other work centers as needed based on workload demand. Setup and fabricate parts from blueprints using a robotic welder or other automated equipment. Follow instructions and keep paperwork in order. Use grinders and hand tools as needed. Visually inspect welds to insure the quality and accuracy of the product is adequate. Will cross train on other jobs as needed. Punch channel as necessary. Trouble shoot water jet as needed. Must be able to travel for training, if needed. Comply with established safety policies and procedures. Wear required Personal Protective Equipment as directed. Use appropriate tools designed for their specific job tasks. Provide feedback related to hazard assessments and/or accident investigations. Act in accordance with Patterson’s Company policies (ex. Harassment, Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethics, Safety, etc.). Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Competency Statement(s) Adaptability – Ability to adapt to change in the workplace. Responsible – Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct. Reliability – The trait of being dependable and trustworthy. Technical Aptitude – Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information. Detail Oriented – Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task. Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. Safety Awareness – Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety. Organized – Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task. Accountability – Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions. Persistence – Ability to complete tasks or continue in a course of action in spite of opposition or discouragement. Problem Solving – Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems. SKILLS & ABILITIES Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Required Experience: None Computer Skills: Ability to operate the robotic cell or other automation PLC controls. Certifications & Licenses: Must be willing to travel for additional training as needed. Other Requirements: Perform all duties as required by manager. Overtime may be required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position. O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 – 2.5+ hrs/day) F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% – 66% of the time (2.5 – 5.5+ hrs/day) C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day) Physical Demands Stand F Walk F Sit O Manually Manipulate F Reach Outward F Reach Above Shoulder O Climb O Crawl O Squat or Kneel O Bend O Grasp O Speak F Lift/Carry 10 lbs or less F 11-20 lbs F 21-50 lbs O 51-100 lbs N Over 100 lbs N Push/Pull 12 lbs or less F 13-25 lbs F 26-40 lbs F 41-100 lbs F Other Physical Requirements Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth) Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Eye, ear, hand, and foot PPE WORK ENVIRONMENT Plant environment. Cold in winter and hot in summer. The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee’s ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.

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