Welder - Earthmoving

Thompson Tractor Company, Inc.; Oxford (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment service provider in Oxford, Alabama, is seeking a Welder responsible for welding, fabricating, and machining repairs on Caterpillar products and competitor equipment. Candidates should demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude and experience in welding shops. Responsibilities include welding operations, metal cutting, and creating service reports. The position emphasizes safety and teamwork, with physical demands that include lifting and working in various conditions.

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess strong mechanical aptitude.
• Work experience in a fabrication or welding shop is required.
• Experience using personal computers and basic typing skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding operations utilizing Stick, MIG, TIG and portable line boring.
• Perform metal cutting utilizing Flame Torch, Plasma and Carbon Arc.
• Create comprehensive, timely, and accurate service reports.

Skills

Strong technical skills

Strong welding knowledge

Written communication skills

Basic computing skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

Welders will be responsible for performing welding, fabricating and machining repairs on the full line of Caterpillar products and competitor equipment. The person in this role should demonstrate initiative, commitment to teamwork, enthusiasm for customer service, and dedication to finding solutions in a safe and efficient manner. The Welder will advance in classification as attitude, skill level, and job performance allows in the welding department within TTCO.

Essential Responsibilities & Expectations

• Basic safe machine operation & inspection
• Ability to perform welding operations utilizing Stick, MIG, TIG and portable line boring.
• Ability to perform metal cutting utilizing Flame Torch, Plasma and Carbon Arc.
• Performs shop, yard, and job site clean-up as required
• Operates wash rack equipment and properly cleans components as required
• Creates comprehensive, timely, and accurate service reports.
• Keeps accurate records of all work

Uphold the Core Values of Safe and Secure, Stronger Together, People of Integrity, and Driven to Serve.

Behavior Standard

• Maintain a productive work environment by acting and communicating in a manner that upholds the values of the Thompson Tractor brand.
• Demonstrate that you can have a positive relationship with customers, clients, vendors, coworkers, and management.
• Proper and regular attendance required.

Qualifications

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience

• The candidate must possess strong mechanical aptitude.
• Work experience in a fabrication or welding shop is required for this position.
• Experience using personal computers and basic typing skills are required for this position.
• Candidates must possess the ability to quickly acquire the following required skills and competencies

Skills and Competencies

• Strong technical skills
• Strong welding knowledge
• Written communication skills
• Basic computing skills

Job Training

• Area specific technical training
• OSHA and MSHA required training
• Vendor technical sites
• Compliance training

Safety Summary

Working Conditions

• Work is normally performed in a Service Department shop or on location of customer job sites.
• Exposure to physical risk and all weather conditions is associated with this position.
• Standing on hard surfaces for extended periods of time is often required.

Physical Requirements

• Speaking
• Listening
• Writing
• Typing
• Reaching
• Kneeling
• Grasping
• Stooping
• Lifting up to 75 lbs.
• Climbing on ladders
• Climbing on equipment
• Crawling under equipment

Job Hazards

• Exposure to welding fumes and gases
• Risk of burns and fires
• Eye and skin injuries
• Noise exposure
• Electric shock
• Welding flash and UV radiation
• Hazardous materials and chemical exposure
• Falling objects and structural hazards

Thompson Tractor is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.