Heavy Equipment Welder: Competitive Pay & Benefits

Good Earth Tools, Inc.; Festus (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Profit sharing retirement plan

Paid holidays and vacation

Uniforms paid by company

Job summary

The Ballast Tools Equipment division of Good Earth Tools is seeking an experienced welder to join our team. You will fabricate, assemble, and weld metal components for heavy equipment used in railway maintenance, including excavators and backhoes.

This hands-on role requires accurate interpretation of drawings and adherence to safety standards. We offer competitive wages, quarterly bonuses for hourly staff, and a benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, paid holidays and

Qualifications

• Two years metal fabrication experience preferred, or proof of welding certification for entry level position.
• Must be able to interpret drawings to cut, notch, fit, and weld materials to proper specifications.
• Knowledge of basic tools and tool usage, including basic welding skills.
• Must have the ability to work 40 hours a week and maintain a punctual, reliable attendance record.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, and weld metal components as specified by work orders, drawings, diagrams, and templates
• Set up and operate fabrication machinery according to job specifications, routing instructions, and material lists
• Understand and safely operate fabricating machines, following instructions and adhering to all safety policies and procedures
• Collaborate with engineering as needed to resolve fit and assembly issues through approved material and drawing adjustments
• Observe proper machine operation to detect part defects or machine malfunction based on company standards and procedures
• Inspects first piece components for quality, dimensional accuracy, and functionality against shop orders and specifications
• Disassemble and assemble machine components to manufacturer’s specifications through the use of hand tools and pneumatic tools
• Perform required maintenance and service according to equipment manuals and work orders

Skills

Welding

Interpreting drawings

Fabrication experience

Attendance reliability

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Pneumatic tools

Fabrication machinery

Job description

The Ballast Tools Equipment division of Good Earth Tools is seeking an experienced welder to join our team. You will fabricate, assemble, and weld metal components for heavy equipment used in railway maintenance, including excavators and backhoes.

This hands-on role requires accurate interpretation of drawings and adherence to safety standards. We offer competitive wages, quarterly bonuses for hourly staff, and a benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, paid holidays and