Heavy Equipment Welder – MIG/TIG & Arc Gouging

ASTEC; Princeton (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Astec is seeking a welder to join its production team in Princeton, WV. The role focuses on welding heavy and large mechanical products per specifications and production schedules.

Candidates will MIG, TIG, and arc gouge as required, read blueprints, and inspect welds for quality while maintaining clean work areas and equipment. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, 2+ years of welding on heavy equipment, and a commitment to safety and process improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of experience with heavy equipment production line welding.
• Ability to read weld symbols.

Responsibilities

• Layout of plant equipment for welding and ensuring proper welds.
• MIG, TIG, and stick welding and arc gouging; pass test(s).
• Perform gang-welding safely and read blueprints.
• Inspect metal prior to welding for smoothness and clean welds (grinding).
• Maintain welding machines and PPE compliance.
• Follow safety rules and company policies at all times.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Arc gouging

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Astec is seeking a welder to join its production team in Princeton, WV. The role focuses on welding heavy and large mechanical products per specifications and production schedules.

Candidates will MIG, TIG, and arc gouge as required, read blueprints, and inspect welds for quality while maintaining clean work areas and equipment. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, 2+ years of welding on heavy equipment, and a commitment to safety and process improvement.