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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, crawling. - 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 sledge hammer, 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.