Field Service Welder - Earthmoving

Thompson Tractor Company; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Tractor Company in Tuscaloosa, AL is seeking a Field Welder to weld, fabricate, and repair heavy equipment in a field environment. The role requires trouble-shooting with minimal direction and adherence to safety standards.

You will inspect equipment, diagnose issues, and perform repairs on frames, engines, hydraulics, and power trains. Strong attention to quality and the ability to work independently in varying weather conditions are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of mechanical repair experience or equivalent technical education.
• Experience with computers and basic typing skills required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Weld and salvage parts on frames, engines, hydraulics, and power train systems.
• Inspect equipment for welding and salvaging opportunities using diagnostic tools.
• Diagnose equipment and fabricate repairs; test and adjust components for performance.

Skills

Mechanical

Technical

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Field Welders are responsible for welding, fabricating, buildup 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.

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

Essential Responsibilities & Expectations

• 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 to 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.

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
• Written communication skills
• Basic computer skills

Job Training

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

Working Conditions

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 of time is often required.

Physical Requirements

• Speaking
• Listening
• Writing
• Typing
• Reaching
• Kneeling
• Grasping
• Stooping
• Lifting to 75 lbs.
• Climbing on ladders
• Climbing on equipment
• Crawling under equipment

Job Hazards

• Material handling lifting
• Chemicals
• Construction
• Cranes and hoisting
• Noise
• Eye
• Slips and falls
• Moving machinery
• Stationary machinery
• Respiratory
• Laceration
• Amputation
• Strains and sprains
• Heat exhaustion

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

Experience

Required

• 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.

Education

Required

• High School or Equivalent or better

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• Driver's License Personal
• MVR Required

Preferred

• CDL Class B

Skills

Preferred

• Customer Service
• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication
• Technical
• Mechanical

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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