Estes Forwarding Worldwide (EFW) is a leading domestic and international freight forwarder in the United States, providing customized logistics and warehousing solutions for clients around the world and across all industries via air, ground, and ocean freight. A subsidiary of Estes Express lines with corporate located in Richmond, Virginia, EFW is uniquely backed by Estes Express Lines’ extensive line haul network providing EFW clients with a hybrid transportation network. The company has received industry awards, including Specialty Carrier of the Year and E-Commerce Delivery Carrier of the Year, and has been recognized by Global Trade Americas as a leading 3PL to watch.

We are proud to offer highly competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability plans
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Job referral bonus program

The Welder is responsible for cutting and joining metals and other materials at EFW facilities. They will operate appropriate equipment to assemble pieces of metal together or repair damages using heavy machinery that emits high heat and melting the metal into shape. The welder must be competent in using potentially dangerous equipment following all safety precautions and have knowledge of different kinds of metal and their properties is essential.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential duty.  Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Perform fabricating and welding on-site.
• Determining the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.
• fabricating and welding a variety of customer crates to prints, sketches, and mig welding.
• Grind carbon steel using solid-cored wire.
• Responsible for machine setup.
• Finish all welds including chipping, grinding and sanding.
• Read blueprints and drawings.
• Comprehend technical instructions.
• Take and read measurements.
• Align components using calipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces.
• Interpret and follow technical layouts and procedures.
• Follow specifications and instructions for maximum efficiency.
• Use manual and semi-automatic welding equipment.
• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws.
• Keep all machinery in working order and perform simple repairs as required.
• Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.
• Comply with company C-TPAT and TSA security procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The qualifications listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (TIG, MMA etc.)
• Experience in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, calipers etc.)
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings
• Has a steady hand and great attention to detail.
• Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves etc.)
• Excellent hand-eye coordination
• Ability to read and interpret general business documents. Ability to write routine reports and general business correspondence. Ability to work with peers and communicate basic concepts.
• Ability to solve practical problems through standardized solutions that require limited judgment. Ability to follow prescribed and detailed procedures to solve routine problems.
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• At this time, EFW will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
• EFW prides itself on the quality of its employees and as such, candidates who receive a job offer will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and a background check.
• EFW offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. 

SUPERVISION

Position functions with supervision and has no direct reports.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Minimum of a High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 5 years of experience.  However, a combination of experience and/or education will be taken into consideration. 

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

AWS MIG Welding Certification

Travel

None required. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties. 

The employee is frequently required to lift as much as 100 lbs. and carry 50 lbs. They are required to spend hours stooping, kneeling, crawling, walking, and standing. Welding may require work outdoors, in bad weather, or in confined indoor areas. The employee may endure long periods in awkward positions while bending, stooping, or standing, and the employee must be able to perform repetitive motions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job.  Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed very hot or very cold temperatures. Temperatures are also controlled by weather conditions. The employee may be required to work in high/precarious places with hazardous materials. The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to loud as required by the essential functions of the job.

EFW is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veteran.