Heavy Equipment Welder/Fabricator

Boh Bros. Construction Co., L.L.C.; New Orleans (LA); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Boh Bros. Construction Co., L.L.C. is seeking a skilled heavy equipment welder/fabricator to cut, fit, weld, and fabricate components for repairs and modifications on heavy construction equipment. The role emphasizes adherence to Boh Bros.

safety and quality protocols. Typical duties include planning layouts, setting up equipment for steel and aluminum, and coordinating with the supervisor. The position requires experience outdoors in extreme conditions and willingness to work overtime,

Qualifikationen

• Experience outdoors in extreme weather, at heights, and in confined spaces.
• Able to read blueprints and welding procedures.
• Basic math and tape measure proficiency.
• TWIC card preferred or ability to obtain; Class D license preferred or ability to obtain.

Aufgaben

• Plan layout, assembly, and welding tasks using knowledge of metal properties and welding techniques.
• Lay out, position, align, and fit components.
• Secure parts using bolts, clamps, and tack welds.
• Set up and operate welding equipment for steel and aluminum (stick, arc gouging, gas welding).
• Perform repairs and fabrication of heavy construction equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and coordinate with supervisor; document daily job details.

Kenntnisse

Blueprint reading

Math skills

Tape measure usage

Welding equipment operation

Ausbildung

Welding certification(s) preferred

Driver's license (Class D)

TWIC card preferred

Tools

Stick welding

Arc gouging

Gas welding systems

Power drills

Jobbeschreibung

Summary of Position

We are seeking a skilled and dependable heavy equipment welder/fabricator. The position is responsible for cutting, fitting, welding, and fabricating components to repair, reinforce, or modify heavy construction equipment while adhering to all Boh Bros. safety and quality protocols.

Examples of Tasks

• Repair damaged buckets
• Replace cutting edges, teeth, adapters, and wear plates
• Repair damaged undercarriage
• Perform weld buildup on worn components
• Boom lacing replacement
• Weld damaged aluminum crew boats
• Repair damaged trailer frames and crossmembers

Duties

• Select appropriate equipment and plan layout, assembly, and welding tasks using knowledge of metal properties, weld shrinkage, and welding techniques.
• Lay out, position, align, and fit components.
• Secure parts using bolts, clamps, and tack welds.
• Set up and operate welding equipment, including stick, arc gouging, and gas welding systems for steel and aluminum.
• Perform equipment repairs by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts using cutting torches, presses, and various hand and power tools.
• Maintain cleanliness in work areas during operations and complete end-of-shift clean-up.
• Communicate and coordinate with supervisor to conduct work efficiently.
• Maintain & submit to supervisor daily information and work details such as equipment numbers, job numbers, hours worked, etc.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in construction, including working outdoors in extreme weather, at heights, and in confined spaces.
• Ability to read blueprints and welding procedures, perform basic math, and accurately use a tape measure.
• Skilled with operating drills, power saws, grinders, and welding machines.
• Must receive training before operating any saw (e.g. chop saw, cutoff saw).
• Basic understanding of rigging and crane signaling.
• Relevant welding certifications preferred.
• Should possess a Class D driver’s license or be able to obtain one.
• Should possess a TWIC or be able to obtain one.
• Available to work overtime including weekends, night shifts and/or be on call.
• Dependability and reliability are essential.

Physical Requirements

Performance of this job will require physical ability to climb steps and ladders and negotiate work areas under construction. While performing these duties, the employee may be exposed to moving equipment, elevated workplaces, confined spaces, fumes or airborne particles, and outdoor weather conditions including cold, heat, humidity, and dust. Noise levels may be moderate to very loud. This employee must occasionally lift and/or m