Shop Mechanic/Welder

Beard Equipment Company; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Job summary

Beard Equipment Company is seeking a Welder/Fabricator to repair, modify, and fabricate components for John Deere construction, forestry, and industrial equipment in both shop and field environments.

The role requires welding and fabrication skills, ability to read blueprints, and a valid driver's license. Join a team that serves customers with reliable service and quality products in a safety-focused work setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience welding and fabricating heavy equipment, industrial machinery, or structural steel preferred.
• Strong welding, metal fabrication, and blueprint-reading skills.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding repairs on heavy equipment, attachments, and structural components.
• Fabricate metal parts and assemblies from drawings, measurements, and specifications.
• Operate welding, cutting, grinding, and fabrication equipment safely and efficiently.
• Inspect completed work to ensure quality, accuracy, and structural integrity.
• Complete work orders and repair documentation accurately.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

Skills

Welding

Fabrication

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance

Welder/Fabricator – John Deere Construction & Forestry Equipment

Beard Equipment Company is an authorized John Deere dealer committed to creating success for our customers, employees, and communities. Our mission is to build lasting relationships through quality products and reliable service. We live by four core values: Be Dependable, Be Valuable, Be Thoughtful, and Make a Difference.

Position Summary

The Welder/Fabricator repairs, modifies, and fabricates components for John Deere construction, forestry, and industrial equipment in both shop and field environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform welding repairs on heavy equipment, attachments, and structural components.
• Fabricate metal parts and assemblies from drawings, measurements, and specifications.
• Operate welding, cutting, grinding, and fabrication equipment safely and efficiently.
• Inspect completed work to ensure quality, accuracy, and structural integrity.
• Complete work orders and repair documentation accurately.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience welding and fabricating heavy equipment, industrial machinery, or structural steel preferred.
• Strong welding, metal fabrication, and blueprint-reading skills.
• Ability to safely operate welding and fabrication equipment.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to lift, climb, bend, and work in shop and outdoor environments.

Why Join Beard?

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Paid training and career advancement opportunities
• Work on industry-leading John Deere equipment
• A company culture built on teamwork, integrity, and service excellence

Be Dependable. Be Valuable. Be Thoughtful. Make a Difference.