Student Veterans of America Jobs

Position Description

This UAW-represented position includes:

• Operate GMAW welding equipment.
• Follow prescribed welding procedures.
• Obtain required welding certifications to weld various metals in specific positions.
• Welding to include operation of slag tool, pre-heating, air arcing, grinding, plasma cutting equipment.
• Ability to fabricate large military vehicle assemblies (modify parts, verify acceptable weld joint configurations).
• Must operate JIB crane, radio-controlled overhead crane, pendant crane.
• Perform pre and/or post operation and safety checks of equipment.

Position Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR (International Trafficking and Arms Regulations).
• Must successfully complete vetting process administered by Department of Army Police for unescorted facility access.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and have high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Must successfully complete pre-employment process including but may not be limited to background check, medical exam, and drug screen.
• Must satisfy weld entrance exam.
• Must satisfy skills test (including vision, audio, respirator clearance, physical).
• Two (2) years welding experience is preferred.
• May be required to certify on various metals and alloys.
• May be required to obtain license to operate radio-controlled overhead crane.
• Understanding and previous experience with operator verification systems, preferred.
• Must learn and apply GDLS welding processes to acquire weld certifications for assigned product line(s).
• Work product must meet GDLS quality systems requirements.

Working Conditions and Environment

• Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling and handling various parts (including weld wire) -- up to 60 lbs.
• Climbing ladders both into and onto structures. Bending, kneeling, standing, stooping.
• Potential for walking and standing on uneven surfaces.
• Working in and around dust, fumes, oils, mists, lubricants, solvents and in areas with a high noise volume.
• Depending upon departmental assignment wearing a respirator may be required.
• Using hand tools including, but not limited to sledgehammer, pry bar, large wrenches, air/gas couplings.
• Operating radio-controlled crane for lifting and moving material.
• Overtime and off-shift work may be required.
• Wearing of required PPE (personal protective equipment) is mandatory.

General Dynamics Land Systems is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race and/or ethnic background, national origin and/or ancestry, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital/parental status, age, military service, veteran status, disability, pregnancy/childbirth or related conditions, genetic information, or membership in any class protected by applicable law from discrimination in employment.

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