Heavy Equipment Welder/Fabricator — Growth & Training

Beard Equipment; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Job summary

Beard Equipment Company, an authorized John Deere dealer, is hiring a Welder/Fabricator to repair, modify and fabricate components for John Deere construction, forestry and industrial equipment. The role requires strong welding and fabrication skills and experience with heavy equipment.

Beard Equipment offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for training and advancement in a safety‑driven shop environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience welding and fabricating heavy equipment, industrial machinery, or structural steel preferred.
• Strong welding, metal fabrication, and blueprint-reading skills.
• Ability to safely operate welding and fabrication equipment.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to lift, climb, bend, and work in shop and outdoor environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding repairs on heavy equipment, attachments, and structural components.
• Fabricate metal parts and assemblies from drawings, measurements, and specifications.
• Operate welding, cutting, grinding, and fabrication equipment safely and efficiently.
• Inspect completed work to ensure quality, accuracy, and structural integrity.
• Complete work orders and repair documentation accurately.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

Skills

Welding & fabrication

Blueprint reading

Heavy equipment experience

Safety compliance

Driving license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Beard Equipment Company, an authorized John Deere dealer, is hiring a Welder/Fabricator to repair, modify and fabricate components for John Deere construction, forestry and industrial equipment. The role requires strong welding and fabrication skills and experience with heavy equipment.

Beard Equipment offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for training and advancement in a safety‑driven shop environment.