An ITI welder's job description may include the following responsibilities:
- Welding: Joining metal pieces using heat, pressure, or both, such as steel, stainless steel, and aluminum
- Preparing: Cutting, grinding, and cleaning metal to prepare it for welding
- Setting up: Using hand tools, clamps, jigs, and fixtures to set up parts for welding
- Operating: Using angle grinders and powered saws to prepare parts and cut material to match measurements
- Aligning: Using calipers and rulers to align components
- Welding equipment: Selecting the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements
- Welding positions: Welding components in various positions, such as vertical, horizontal, or overhead
- Repairing: Welding pieces and filling gaps to repair machinery and other components
- Quality: Ensuring the quality and integrity of welds
- Safety: Following safety protocols and ensuring the development and implementation of safety systems and standards