Boom Inspector

SCHWING America Inc.; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

SCHWING America Inc. in Minnesota is seeking a Boom Inspector / Structural Welder to inspect, troubleshoot, and repair boom-type concrete pumps and conveyors. Join a hands-on team that combines welding expertise with mechanical skills to ensure equipment safety and reliability.

The role requires strong welding and inspection abilities, plus the drive to work with heavy equipment. AWS D1.1 certification is preferred but not required; own tools are a must. 5-10% travel may be involved.

Qualifications

• Experience inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing heavy equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret welding symbols and repair procedures.
• Familiarity with nondestructive testing methods and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed structural inspections of concrete pump booms, conveyors, outriggers, pedestals, and supporting structures.
• Complete structural welding repairs to maintain equipment integrity and safe operation.
• Identify cracks, defects, and structural concerns using visual inspections and nondestructive testing methods.
• Perform dye penetrant and magnetic particle testing as needed.
• Inspect bearings, bushings, pins, gear lash, and bearing tipping to ensure components meet required tolerances.
• Disassemble and reassemble equipment to complete inspections and repairs.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and identify worn or damaged components requiring repair or replacement.
• Document inspection findings and repairs with before-and-after photographs and detailed reports.
• Identify and order replacement parts and materials as needed.
• Provide technical assistance and communicate findings and repair recommendations.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment.

Skills

Welding - structural

Mechanical troubleshooting

NDT methods

Reading welding symbols

Documentation/reporting

Education

Welding/trades training

AWS D1.1 certified welding (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Own tools

Job description

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Boom Inspector

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1324

Salary Range: $33.00 To $37.00 Hourly

SCHWING America | White Bear Lake, MN

Take Your Welding & Mechanical Skills to the Next Level with SCHWING America!

Are you an experienced welder with strong mechanical abilities who enjoys troubleshooting, working with heavy equipment, and taking on new challenges? Do you have an eye for detail and take pride in making sure equipment is safe and operating at its best?

SCHWING America is looking for a skilled Boom Inspector / Structural Welder to join our team!

This isn't your typical welding job! You'll inspect, troubleshoot, and repair boom-type concrete pumps and conveyors, combining your structural welding expertise with hands-on mechanical skills. You'll play a critical role in ensuring equipment is safe, reliable, and operating at its best.

If you enjoy hands-on work, solving mechanical problems, and putting your welding skills to work on specialized heavy equipment, this could be the opportunity for you!

What You'll Be Doing

• Perform detailed structural inspections of concrete pump booms, conveyors, outriggers, pedestals, and supporting structures.
• Complete structural welding repairs to maintain equipment integrity and safe operation.
• Identify cracks, defects, and structural concerns using visual inspections and nondestructive testing methods.
• Perform dye penetrant and magnetic particle testing as needed.
• Inspect bearings, bushings, pins, gear lash, and bearing tipping to ensure components meet required tolerances.
• Disassemble and reassemble equipment to complete inspections and repairs.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and identify worn or damaged components requiring repair or replacement.
• Document inspection findings and repairs with before-and-after photographs and detailed reports.
• Identify and order replacement parts and materials as needed.
• Provide technical assistance and communicate findings and repair recommendations.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Degree or technical training in welding or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience. AWS D1.1 welding certification preferred but not required.
• Strong structural welding skills, preferably involving heavy equipment, construction machinery, or similar applications.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience assembling, disassembling, troubleshooting, and repairing heavy equipment and mechanical components.
• Ability to read and interpret international welding symbols.
• Knowledge of structural inspections, welding repairs, and nondestructive testing methods.
• Ability and willingness to obtain SAI Inspector qualification in accordance with Document 30007000 (latest revision) within a timeframe established by SCHWING America.
• Ability and willingness to obtain SAI Certified Welder qualification in accordance with Document 30007100 (latest revision) within a timeframe established by SCHWING America.
• Ability to successfully complete the required Jaeger eye examination as part of the qualification process and annually thereafter.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office, SAP, and online applications.
• Must have your own tools and toolbox.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a shop environment.
• 5%-10% travel required. Must have valid drivers license and clean driving record.
• Ability to perform hands-on inspections and repairs that involve standing, bending, stretching, and kneeling.
• Comfortable working around large equipment and heavy mechanical components.
• Ability to safely use welding equipment, hand tools, and other equipment required for inspections and repairs.
• Perform computer-based documentation and administrative tasks as needed.

At SCHWING America, we take pride in building and supporting some of the most recognized concrete pumping equipment in the industry.

As a Boom Inspector / Structural Welder, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Work with specialized heavy equipment and challenging structural repairs.
• Combine your welding expertise with mechanical troubleshooting and repair.
• Develop specialized skills in boom inspections and equipment safety.