Field Welder (DSS Southwest - Miami, Florida)

Wyoming Machinery Company; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Field Welder to join their dynamic team in Tyler, TX. This role involves facilitating welding projects primarily on shovels and draglines, requiring a minimum of four years of welding experience, including heavy equipment. The ideal candidate will possess strong troubleshooting skills and a deep understanding of Caterpillar mechanical systems. With a focus on safety and quality, you'll be responsible for planning and executing jobs while mentoring apprentices. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to exciting projects in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum four years of welding experience, including heavy equipment.
• Proficient in layout, fit-up, and fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate welding projects on shovels and draglines.
• Audit equipment for repairs and complete service reports.

Skills

Welding

Troubleshooting

Mechanical Systems Knowledge

Customer Service Skills

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Technical School Welding Program

Tools

MIG Welder

TIG Welder

Automatic Torches

Hand Tools

Job description

Job Category: Service

Requisition Number: FIELD002009

Posted: January 8, 2025

Employment Type: Full-Time

Locations

Tyler, TX 75704, USA

Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Field Welder will facilitate welding projects and repairs primarily on shovels and draglines and related ancillary equipment. Various levels of knowledge and abilities in the Essential Functions listed below are required and will determine job placement. Specific knowledge needed is dependent upon the individual departments within the company.

Job placement will be based on knowledge, skills, and abilities in accordance with the following guidelines, including prior experience:

Field: Understand the operation, troubleshooting, and repair of various Caterpillar mechanical systems and can troubleshoot and function as a welder with little or no direction and/or assistance. Experience: Minimum four years of previous welding experience, 2 of which include heavy equipment experience.

Master: Complete understanding and the advanced ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair various Caterpillar mechanical systems. Can troubleshoot and function as a welder with no direction and/or assistance. Must be able to mentor new employees and help train apprentices. Experience: Minimum ten years of previous welding experience, 7 of which include heavy equipment experience.

The level of knowledge and performance expectations for all functions and skills will be outlined in greater detail in the Wyoming Machinery Company Employee Development Program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Planning, organizing, and facilitating jobs as assigned to the welding department including print reading and interpretation.
• Audit equipment for potential repairs.
• Troubleshoot jobs and equipment needed to complete jobs.
• Create and facilitate projects to completion including any related paperwork or service reports.
• Communicate plans and projects effectively to other employees, training them if necessary.
• Safely use rigging and lifting equipment.
• Maintain the highest standards concerning quality of workmanship and safe work performance.
• Maintain clean work practices and understand the effects of dirt and debris.
• Understand and adhere to our safety culture.
• Demonstrate a willingness to work with others and prove dependability.
• Take direction and instruction well.
• Demonstrate good internal and external customer service skills, communication, and a positive attitude.
• Extensive travel may be required.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist in special projects, as needed.
• Answer telephone calls, complete service reports, and maintain records as required.
• Actively participate in safety meetings.
• Provide daily progress updates to supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS/KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/ABILITY

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Work experience in the trade as outlined in the Job Summary level.
• Knowledgeable in various areas, including gearing, bearings, seals, bushings, and hydraulics.
• Must be proficient in layout, fit-up, and fabrication.
• Possess and maintain certifications in 8000Ni2, II70, Stick, and Hardwire.
• Understand and utilize tools for set up and layout work.
• Be proficient with hand and automatic torches, MIG, TIG, and Brazing, Automatic welding, and rotators.
• Familiar with N.D.T. including U.T. and M.T.
• Proficient in bore build-up, structural repair, and crack repair.
• Demonstrates ability to run sub-arc when required.
• Have a demonstrated ability to perform light machining, utilizing drills, taps, etc.
• Be proficient in welding and cutting of all types.
• Possess a proficient understanding of metallurgy and its application to welding.
• Possess appropriate tools per the Welder Tool List.
• For the safe and effective performance of the position, must be fluent in English.

PREFERRED

• Completion of a technical school welding program.
• Welding experience on shovels and draglines.

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Exposed to dirt, grease, dust, noise, chemicals, paints, and other elements.
• Exposed to extreme temperatures.
• Heavy lifting – up to 50 lbs.
• Prolonged walking, sitting, and standing.
• Working in elevated positions, climbing, bending, stooping, and pulling.
• Use of all necessary personal protective equipment.
• Use hands for simple grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation.
• Use feet frequently in repetitive movement.
• May require travel, overtime, and varying schedules.

This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described and may be amended at any time with or without notice at the sole discretion of the Employer.

Wyoming Machinery Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)