Welder

Company Description

Doka USA is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place to Work®! We are committed to fostering a supportive work environment where all of our team members can thrive. As one of the world’s leading companies for developing, manufacturing, and distributing formwork solutions for the construction sector, Doka employs more than 9,000 people in over 58 countries and is part of the family-owned Umdasch Group.

We Make It Work.

Job Description

The Welder reports to the Yard Manager and assists the Branch Operations Manager.  The Welder is responsible for their specifically assigned, hands on tasks ensuring accuracy and efficiency of the work performed and ensuring that safety and quality standards are upheld and maintained within the yard (including the reconditioning and/or welding area and the warehouse). 

Welder Responsibilities

• Able to read and understand fabrication drawings.
• Consistently operates tools and equipment in a safe manner.
• Maintains a valid welding certification.
• Ensures equipment is properly placed and returned to its proper storage location.
• Assists in maintaining an organized and efficient yard.
• Work productively as a member of the team
• Takes responsibility in the proper use, maintenance and safety of all tools and equipment.
• Complies with Doka Standards regarding quality, safety, accuracy, productivity, etc.
• Participates in all physical stock taking to ensure inventory and maintains daily interaction with yard staff, truck drivers and management.
• Consistently uses approved safety equipment (PPE).
• Asks questions and ensures continually training in product knowledge. 
• Ensure proper disposal of all damaged/scrap material in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Complies with company cleanliness and housekeeping standards.
• Safely performs pushing, pulling, and lifting tasks to upwards of 100lbs or more only with the proper use of the appropriate equipment provided.
• Ensures equipment is and will be functioning properly and is placed and returned to its proper storage location.

Other Responsibilities/Peripheral Functions

• Maintain current welding certification at all times.
• Properly wears all required personal protective equipment
• Immediately reports all incidents, accidents, unsafe work conditions, problems or concerns to the immediate supervisor.
• Willingly participates in all mandatory training classes.
• Safely operates forklift.
• Consistently maintains a clean, well-maintained and organized work area.
• Consistently complies with all safety requirements
• Flexible to work overtime as required.
• Other duties/projects as assigned; including participating in company committees/teams.
• Complies with all company policies, business and safety practices.

Qualifications

Qualifications/Technical Proficiency

• Possesses valid welding certification.
• High school graduate.
• Previous experience in a construction or building materials yard a plus.
• Excellent communication skills including an excellent command of English (speaking, reading, writing).
• Qualitative abilities including strong analytical skills, technical proficiency and effective problem solving skills.
• Willing and able to learn new products, concepts and techniques.
• Collaborative and able to work independently in a results-driven, fast-paced environment.

Working Conditions

Working conditions will significantly vary (extreme outdoor temperatures/inclement weather conditions), high noise level in certain areas. These positions are physically demanding on a routine basis. Regularly required to reach with hands and arms: climb or balance and stoop: kneel and/or crouch.

Additional Information

In accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws, Doka USA Ltd. is committed to providing a clear and equitable compensation structure. The hourly rate for this position is $32.23/hr. 

This range represents the base pay for the position and does not include potential bonuses, commissions, benefits, or other forms of compensation. Final compensation will be determined at the time of offer and in accordance with internal equity and market data

Doka offers terrific career opportunities, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account, company paid life insurance, supplemental voluntary term life insurance, 401k retirement plan (Roth and Non-Roth), short-term disability, AFLAC policies, paid time off (sick/personal, vacation, floating holiday and company paid holidays) and an exciting opportunity to join as a member of Doka's team.

If working with some of the most impressive construction projects in the US and joining an industry leader excites you, please submit your resume by clicking below. Visit us on-line at www.dokausa.com for additional information on Doka USA, Ltd.

Doka is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all candidate information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

External candidates must be authorized to work for any employer in the USA.