Mining Welder: Advanced Fabrication & Repair

Energy Jobline ZR; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid-State is seeking a skilled Mining Welder to perform welding, fabrication, repair, and maintenance on heavy mining equipment, machinery, and structural components in demanding industrial environments.

You will read blueprints, select welding methods, set up components, and ensure weld quality with proper preheat and post‑weld procedures, while traveling to client sites and occasionally working evenings or weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven welding experience on mining equipment.
• Ability to read technical documents and drawings.
• Willingness to travel to client sites.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled welding and fabrication on mining equipment.
• Read blueprints and measurements to plan layouts.
• Set up welding components according to specifications.
• Ensure weld quality with proper preheat and post-weld practices.
• Operate welding machines and fabrication tools safely.
• Travel to client sites as required.
• Work in harsh industrial environments and overtime.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

SMAW welding

FCAW welding

Blueprint reading

Quality and safety

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Welding equipment

Measuring tools

Grinders

Job description

Mid-State is seeking a skilled Mining Welder to perform welding, fabrication, repair, and maintenance on heavy mining equipment, machinery, and structural components in demanding industrial environments.

You will read blueprints, select welding methods, set up components, and ensure weld quality with proper preheat and post‑weld procedures, while traveling to client sites and occasionally working evenings or weekends.