Job Purpose:
To maintain all skip usability, fixing and improving through welding and other means where required. Support garage in vehicle repairs requiring welding and modifications.
Duties & Responsibilities
* Asses which welding equipment is required and which method is the most appropriate for a specific welding task
* Ensure all welding equipment used is free of any defects, report any concerns
* Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures and legal requirements
* Ensure the safety of people, equipment, plant and vehicles at all times
* Carry out all welding and modifications to vehicles and skips as required
* Refloor ally floors, replace rear tipping bars when worn
* Maintain and repair all sheeting systems on all vehicles
* Repair vehicle accident damage to body work, including removing, prepping, respray and refitting of panels /bumpers
* Complete daily documentation ensuring that the necessary information is recorded fully and legibly
* Ensure adherence to all internal processes and procedures to ensure role is completed accurately at all times
* Communicate effectively with fellow team members to ensure work is being carried out efficiently and in a timely manner
* Pro-actively encourage and help co- workers when necessary
* Assist with garage tasks and other departments when required
Requirements
* A good knowledge of health and safety practices including welding safety procedures with a willingness to use protective clothing
* Proven experience as a welder (MIG) and fabricator
* Experience of using various welding equipment
* A valid certificate or qualification in welding from an accredited institution or program (Preferred)
* A detail-orientated and methodical approach
* Good attention to detail
Hours - Monday to Friday - 42.5 hours per week
28 Annual Leave including Bank Holidays
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Company pension
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
* South Kirkby, West Yorkshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
* MIG welding: 1 year (required)
* Fabrication: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person