Welder (Field)

Komatsu; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Komatsu as a Field Services Welder in Elko, IA, where you'll apply your welding skills directly in the field to ensure our heavy machinery operates at peak performance. This role involves adhering to safety protocols, performing high-quality welds, and engaging in problem-solving tasks crucial to the mining industry.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and intermediate welding experience. The position promises challenging work in diverse environments, emphasizing teamwork and commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• Basic to intermediate welding experience through training, internships, or practical on-the-job training.
• Familiarity with welding safety protocols and equipment usage.
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality welds using Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) methods.
• Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to assess repair requirements.
• Maintain and perform minor repairs on welding tools and machinery.

Skills

Welding expertise

Safety compliance

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

Job Overview

Embark on a dynamic career journey with Komatsu as a Field Services Welder based in Elko. In this pivotal role, you will bring your welding expertise directly to the field, ensuring that our heavy machinery operates at peak performance. Komatsu prides itself on fostering innovation and precision in every aspect of our work, and as part of our Field Services team, you’ll play a key role in upholding our high standards of quality and safety. This opportunity allows you to apply your welding skills in diverse environments, contributing to projects that impact the mining industry globally. You will engage in challenging and rewarding tasks that require attention to detail, problem‑solving, and a commitment to excellence.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Maintain current MSHA certification and a valid driver’s license, ensuring compliance with all safety and operational regulations.
• Demonstrate unwavering commitment to safety by consistently working in accordance with company safety protocols and actively promoting a safety‑first mindset among all team members.
• Proactively participate in safety programs by completing FLRA’s Field Level Risk Assessments, Near Miss Cards, and Safety Observations to identify and mitigate potential hazards in the work environment.
• Possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) if required for transportation needs within field service operations.
• Apply expertise with a variety of Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and Flux‑Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) electrodes to perform high‑quality welds across different materials and components.
• Adhere strictly to personal protective equipment requirements, including the use of respirators or fresh air hoods as necessary, ensuring safe operations in varying environmental conditions.
• Utilize carbon arc gouging techniques effectively to remove defective welds and prepare surfaces for repair, maintaining structural integrity and equipment reliability.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot welding‑related issues on heavy equipment, delivering efficient and durable repair solutions at customer sites.
• Collaborate closely with maintenance and engineering teams to assess repair requirements and implement corrective actions that minimize downtime and enhance equipment longevity.
• Maintain and perform minor repairs on welding tools and machinery such as wire feeders and welding machines, ensuring all equipment functions optimally to support field operations.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Possess a high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate.
• Acquire basic to intermediate welding experience through vocational training programs, apprenticeships, internships, or practical on‑the‑job training.
• Familiarity with welding safety protocols, proper usage of welding equipment, and understanding of fundamental welding techniques.
• Aptitude for learning and applying new welding processes and technologies as required by evolving field service demands.
• Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and the physical ability to complete welding tasks in diverse and sometimes challenging outdoor conditions.
• Effective communication skills to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and to accurately document work performed and safety reports.
• Commitment to continuous professional development, actively seeking opportunities to enhance welding skills, certifications, and industry knowledge.

Additional Information

• Prioritize and maintain a consistently safe work environment, adhering to safety best practices and company standards every day.
• Perform a wide range of welding and cutting applications, ensuring precision and quality in all repair work.
• Conduct detailed layout work and execute complex repairs with high accuracy and craftsmanship, contributing to equipment reliability and operational success.
• Assess repair requirements independently, developing and implementing effective repair processes that align with customer and company specifications.
• Troubleshoot and conduct minor maintenance on assigned tooling, including wire feeders and welding machines, to ensure readiness and minimize downtime.
• Engage constructively within a diverse team environment, respecting different perspectives and working collaboratively to achieve team objectives.
• Utilize a range of precision measuring instruments proficiently to support exacting weld specifications and quality standards.