MIG Welder for Heavy Equipment Frames & Assemblies

Howard P. Fairfield, LLC; Lake Wales, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Petersen Industries LLC in Lake Wales, FL is seeking a Welder with MIG welding expertise to fabricate and weld steel components for grapple trucks, loaders, and knuckle boom loaders. You will read engineering drawings, follow welding specifications, and ensure weld quality meets internal and industry standards.

The role requires 3+ years MIG welding experience, ability to pass AWS D1.1 tests, and strong safety practices in a production environment. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 3 years of MIG welding experience in a manufacturing or heavy equipment environment.
• Demonstrated ability to read and follow engineering drawings, blueprints, fractions, decimals, welding symbols, and work instructions.
• Minimum 3 years of experience welding structural steel components.
• Ability to operate welding equipment safely and effectively.
• Basic math skills for measurements and layout.
• Ability to pass AWS D1.1 Weld Test in the Flat (1G), Horizontal (2G), Vertical (3G), or Overhead (4G) position.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG (GMAW) welding on carbon steel and structural components used in heavy equipment manufacturing.
• Weld structural assemblies including truck frames, loader arms, mounting plates, outriggers, and grapple support structures.
• Interpret and follow engineering drawings, blueprints, fractions, decimals, welding symbols, and work instructions.
• Prepare materials for welding by cutting, grinding, beveling, and cleaning metal surfaces.
• Set up and operate welding machines and related fabrication equipment.
• Inspect welds visually and with measuring tools to verify compliance with specifications.
• Maintain proper weld penetration, bead consistency, and structural integrity of assemblies.
• Operate shop tools such as grinders, torches, saws, clamps, and fixtures.
• Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, and welding safety standards.
• Fit, tack and align parts prior to final welding.
• Perform rework, grinding, and finishing of welds as required.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area consistent with 5S and lean manufacturing practices.
• Work collaboratively with fitters, assemblers, and quality personnel.
• Meet production schedules and quality standards.

Skills

MIG welding

Reading drawings

Safety procedures

Measurement

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Petersen Industries LLC in Lake Wales, FL is seeking a Welder with MIG welding expertise to fabricate and weld steel components for grapple trucks, loaders, and knuckle boom loaders. You will read engineering drawings, follow welding specifications, and ensure weld quality meets internal and industry standards.

The role requires 3+ years MIG welding experience, ability to pass AWS D1.1 tests, and strong safety practices in a production environment. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.