Welder-Field

Peterson Cat; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 74,805 - 106,541; Full time

Job summary

Peterson Cat in San Leandro, CA is seeking a skilled Field Welder to join their team. The role involves performing welding and line-boring processes for repair and custom fabrication projects.

Applicants must have an Associate's Degree and a minimum of 5 years of welding experience, preferably in a heavy industrial environment. The position offers a competitive pay rate of $65.82 and is part of a family-owned business committed to safety and employee growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of related experience in welding/fitting.
• Preferably experience in a heavy industrial environment.
• Commercial driver’s license and current DOT Medical Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding and line-boring processes for repair projects.
• Communicate with customers positively.
• Travel to customer sites for equipment maintenance.

Skills

Welding

Line-boring

Communication

Safety procedures

Education

Associates Degree in a related field

Tools

Torch

Welder

Grinder

Manual lathes

Vertical mills

Horizontal mills

Portable line boring

Drill presses

Job description

It’s your time, make it matter.

At Peterson, we partner with our customers to build the future. For over 85 years, our peoples’ work has shaped the communities where we live, where we raise our families, and where we thrive. Peterson’s legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges, back‑up power at hospitals, fire‑fighting, concerts and moving goods; we are everywhere you look. At Peterson, you don’t just have a career, you have a purpose.

Our family‑oriented environment is built on safety, winning, growth, and professional achievement. Hiring and developing exceptional people is critical to our continued success. We have high standards for a good reason: our people represent Peterson, our family, our brand, and our values.

You have high expectations too. You are exceptionally motivated, have outstanding skills, and want your work to matter. Peterson offers competitive wages, generous benefits, and promotional opportunities at a family‑owned and operated business. It’s time to use your skills and passion to do work that matters!

Job Description

Peterson Cat has a need for a Field Welder based at our San Leandro, CA location.

Summary

This position performs welding and line‑boring processes for repair and custom fabrication projects at the weld shop and at customer sites.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintain a safe working environment and observe all safety procedures, laws, policies, and rules.
• Communicate with internal and external customers in a manner that promotes a positive relationship.
• Travel to and from customer sites to perform maintenance and custom fabrication on equipment in the field.
• Operate welding and cutting equipment such as Torch, Welder, Grinder, manual lathes, vertical mills, horizontal mills, portable line boring, and drill presses along with various other machine tools.
• Must be able to do prototype work to fabricate custom components and perform repair welds on components.
• Modify new and used equipment as directed.
• Write service reports that accurately document activities.
• Prepare required documentation including work orders, parts lists, and time cards in an accurate and timely manner to enable other employees to do their job in a timely manner.
• Perform line boring operations in the weld shop and at customer sites.
• Perform assigned tasks in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner.
• Follow manufacturer and company installation and service guidelines and procedures to ensure quality work.
• Work overtime as needed within labor law guidelines.
• Operate company or personal vehicle as needed.
• Maintain punctual, regular and predictable attendance.

Qualifications

Associates Degree from a fully accredited college in a related field; and a minimum of 5 years of directly related experience in welding/fitting, preferably in a heavy industrial environment; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Commercial driver’s license and current DOT Medical Certificate.

The pay rate for this position is: $65.82. We also offer a total compensation package in addition to base salary.

Peterson Tractor Co. is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.