Torch Brazer

The Torch Brazer must possess the minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:

• Prior brazing experience a plus
• Ability to read and write
• Ability to read a measuring tape
• Ability to follow instructions & inspect material
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Must be able to lift 40-50 pounds intermittently
• Standing most of the time on concrete floors
• Ability to do repetitive bending, reaching, stretching, lifting and twisting, pushing and pulling

List what the person must do to perform the job to meet standards.

• Works from established routines and procedures, written and verbal orders and instructions
• Guides torch and rod along joint of workpieces to heat to brazing temperature, melt braze alloy, and bond workpieces together
• Examines seam and rebrazes defective joints or broken parts
• Aligns and secures workpieces in fixtures, jigs, or vise, using rule, square, or template
• Turns valves to start flow of gases, lights flame, and adjusts valves to obtain desired color and size of flame
• Connects hoses from torch to regulator valves and cylinders of oxygen and specified fuel gas, acetylene or natural
• Melts and separates brazed joints to remove and straighten damaged or misaligned components, using hand torch or furnace
• Selects torch tip, flux, and brazing alloy from data charts or work order
• Adjusts electric current and timing cycle of resistance welding machine to heat metal to bonding temperature
• May have to assist in moving materials when needed
• Performs other similar or related duties as required
• Regular attendance is always an essential function