Requisition Id 11199

The Oak Ridge National Laboratory has an opening for a Welder. In this role you will, under limited supervision, perform weld jobs utilizing a wide variety of metals and alloys throughout the laboratory.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, verbal instructions, and diagrams to determine best approach for the job.
• Interpret TIG, stick, MIG, Orbital. Electron Beam, welding symbols
• Operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade, such as shielded metal arc, gas metal arc, and spot-welding equipment.
• Fabricate, install, and repair welds in all positions.
• Perform multiple types of welds and brazing on carbon steel, stainless steel, nickel-based alloys and aluminum.
• Work closely with Welding Technologist on certified welds and inspections. Familiarity with NDE requirements associated with welding.
• Other tasks as assigned by management.
• Abiding by the principles of Safe Conduct of Research including being personally responsible for ensuring safe operations by raising safety concerns, using a questioning attitude, considering hazards for every task, and never stop learning.
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic (or Required) Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• A minimum of five years’ experience in the welding industry or an equivalent combination of education, training and verifiable welding experience.
• Work will involve various physical requirements and certain working conditions and as such a post offer, pre-hire physical will be required.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance from the Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an on-going random drug testing program.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completion of a formal training program and industrial experience.
• Strong knowledge of welding principles and techniques, correct type and size of welding rod, and any other details to make a quality weld according to specifications.
• Knowledge of materials such as carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
• Knowledge of techniques including soldering and brazing.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Must be able to perform basic computer functions for time keeping and on-line training.

This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

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If you have trouble applying for a position, please email ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.