Field Service Welder - Earthmoving

Thompson Marine; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Marine in Tuscaloosa, Alabama is seeking skilled Field Welders to weld, fabricate, and repair heavy equipment in a field environment. Candidates must have at least one year of mechanical repair experience and possess a valid driver’s license.

The role involves adhering to safety standards, maintaining welding machines, and inspecting equipment for potential repairs. The ideal candidates will demonstrate strong diagnostic skills in various mechanical areas and be self-sufficient in the field.

Qualifications

• A minimum of one year’s work experience involving mechanical repairs.
• Experience using personal computers and basic typing skills.
• Must have a valid driver’s license to be eligible for hire.

Responsibilities

• Weld, fabricate, and repair heavy equipment and parts in field environments.
• Inspect equipment and troubleshoot for repair possibilities.
• Maintain all welding machines and order parts in a timely manner.

Skills

Intermediate engine diagnostic skills

Transmission diagnostic skills

Hydraulic repair skills

Electrical diagnostic skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Field Welders are responsible for welding, fabricating, building up, and repairing heavy equipment and parts in a field environment. Must maintain the ability to troubleshoot and function as a welder with little or no direction and/or assistance.

• Adheres to and follows all applicable and required safety standards and procedures
• Weld/salvage parts on frames, engines, hydraulic systems, attachments and related power train systems and do all sorts of custom fabrication.
• Regularly inspects equipment for welding and/salvaging possibilities by visual inspection, and by the use of testing, diagnostic and measuring equipment to determine problems or malfunctions.
• Able to diagnose and assess equipment to fabricate repairs.
• Clean and service all welding machines
• Orders and return parts for assigned jobs in timely manner
• Test and adjust components for optimal performance
• Works independently in a field environment
• Must have a valid driver’s license to be eligible for hire.

Uphold the Core Values of Safe and Secure, Stronger Together, People of Integrity, and Driven to Serve.

Behavior Standard

• Maintain a work environment by acting and communicating in a manner that represents the Thompson Tractor brand by demonstrating that you can get along with customers, clients, vendors, coworkers, and management.
• Proper and regular attendance required

Education

• High school diploma or the equivalent

Experience

A minimum of one (1) year’s work experience involving mechanical repairs or a combination of relevant experience and equivalent technical education is required. Experience using personal computers and basic typing skills are required.

Preferred

• Med Card
• CDL
• MVR (required)

Skills and Competencies

• Intermediate engine, transmission, hydraulic, and electrical diagnostic, and repair skills
• Basic computer skills

Job Training

• Area specific technical training
• OSHA and MSHA required training
• Vendor technical sites (Infocast, Liftnet, SIMSi, etc.)

Safety Summary

Work is normally performed in a Service Department shop. Exposure to physical risk and all-weather conditions is associated with this position. Standing on hard surfaces for extended periods is often required.

Physical Requirements

• Speaking
• Writing
• Typing
• Reaching
• Kneeling
• Grasping
• Stooping
• Lifting to 75 lbs.
• Climbing on ladders
• Climbing on equipment
• Crawling under equipment
• Chemicals
• Construction
• Cranes and hoisting
• Eye
• Slips and falls
• Moving machinery
• Stationary machinery
• Respiratory
• Laceration
• Strains and sprains

Thompson Tractor is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.