Welder

Komatsu; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Komatsu is seeking a Welder in Billings, MT to perform diverse welding and cutting tasks in shop or field settings. You will follow safety protocols and collaborate with a skilled team to complete repairs with high accuracy and quality.

The role requires experience with SMAW and FCAW, carbon arc gouging, oxy/fuel torch use, and the ability to read and interpret complex drawings and weld symbols. Flexibility for varying shifts and travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Proficient in SMAW and FCAW welding electrodes with carbon arc gouging.
• Able to pass weld certification per Komatsu Quality standards.
• Demonstrates ability to interpret weld symbols and drawings.
• Current MSHA and valid driver's license; pre-employment screen required.
• Flexible schedule including day/night shifts and travel as needed.
• Experience with a variety of welding and cutting applications.

Responsibilities

• Weld and cut applications with emphasis on safety and quality.
• Lay out and perform complex repairs with precision.
• Assess repair needs and develop repair processes.
• Troubleshoot and maintain welding tooling and machines.
• Work in a diverse team environment and meet productivity goals.
• Maintain a safe work culture and follow Cardinal Rules.
• Travel as required and adapt to varying shift schedules.

Skills

SMAW welding

FCAW welding

Carbon arc gouging

Oxy/Fuel torch

Weld symbols

MSHA & license

Job description

Welder 6/9/26 Billings, Montana, USA, 59105 33775 Onsite Position

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Job Overview

The Welder will work under the direction of a more highly skilled Welder, Lead or Supervisor in a shop or field service environment.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Primary focus on a safe work environment and employing safe work practices on a consistent basis.
• Perform a variety of welding and cutting applications (including air arcing).
• Lay out and perform complex repairs with a high level of accuracy and quality.
• Assess equipment repair needs and developing repair processes.
• Troubleshoot, maintain and perform minor repairs to most assigned tooling; wire feeders and welding machines.
• Work in a diverse team environment.
• Work efficiently and productively at all times to maintain a billable rate according to department and company objectives.
• Minimize loss/spoilage of raw or in process materials.

Qualifications/Requirements

Ability to Become:

• Forklift Task Trained
• Sand Blast Booth Task Trained
• Fire Extinguisher Task Trained
• Confined Space Task Trained
• LOTO Task Trained
• Fall Protection Task Trained
• Certified 1/16” 3G
• Certified 1/16” 4G
• Proficient at Carbon Arc Gouging
• Proficient with Oxy/Fuel Torch
• Certified 3/32” 1G
• Understand Weld Symbols
• Current MSHA, valid driver license and able to pass pre‑employment drug screen and physical job requirements.
• Consistently promotes Komatsu’s safety culture which includes but is not limited to:
• Understands and complies with all established Cardinal Rules
• Working safely, promoting the safety of coworkers
• Constantly looking for ways to improve and maintain a safe working environment by completing FLRA’s, Near Miss Cards and Safety Observations.
• Experience with a variety of SMAW and FCAW welding electrodes.
• Experience with carbon arc gouging.
• Must be able to pass a weld certification according to Komatsu Quality standards.
• Ability to apply advanced trades mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, and fractions). Simple use of formulas, charts, tables, drawings, specifications, schedules, wiring diagrams.
• Ability to interpret complicated drawings, specifications, charts, tables, and handbook formulas.
• Ability to analyze and update reports, forms, records, and comparable methods of data collection/communication tools.
• 3+ years of experience with numerous welding and cutting applications including carbon arc gouging and SMAW and FCAW welding electrodes.
• Must be able to maintain a flexible work schedule to include day shift, night shift, weekend, and holiday assignment as well as day and overnight travel.

Additional Information

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Komatsu we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions. We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. We are authentic, ambitious, and innovative in our pursuit of Diversity & Inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.