Welder - Heavy Equipment

Good Earth Tools, Inc.; Festus (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Profit sharing retirement plan

Paid holidays and vacation

Uniforms paid by company

Job summary

The Ballast Tools Equipment division of Good Earth Tools is seeking an experienced welder to join our team. You will fabricate, assemble, and weld metal components for heavy equipment used in railway maintenance, including excavators and backhoes.

This hands-on role requires accurate interpretation of drawings and adherence to safety standards. We offer competitive wages, quarterly bonuses for hourly staff, and a benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, paid holidays and

Qualifications

• Two years metal fabrication experience preferred, or proof of welding certification for entry level position.
• Must be able to interpret drawings to cut, notch, fit, and weld materials to proper specifications.
• Knowledge of basic tools and tool usage, including basic welding skills.
• Must have the ability to work 40 hours a week and maintain a punctual, reliable attendance record.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, and weld metal components as specified by work orders, drawings, diagrams, and templates
• Set up and operate fabrication machinery according to job specifications, routing instructions, and material lists
• Understand and safely operate fabricating machines, following instructions and adhering to all safety policies and procedures
• Collaborate with engineering as needed to resolve fit and assembly issues through approved material and drawing adjustments
• Observe proper machine operation to detect part defects or machine malfunction based on company standards and procedures
• Inspects first piece components for quality, dimensional accuracy, and functionality against shop orders and specifications
• Disassemble and assemble machine components to manufacturer’s specifications through the use of hand tools and pneumatic tools
• Perform required maintenance and service according to equipment manuals and work orders

Skills

Welding

Interpreting drawings

Fabrication experience

Attendance reliability

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Pneumatic tools

Fabrication machinery

Job description

The Ballast Tools Equipment (BTE) division of Good Earth Tools is looking for an experienced welder to join our team! If you enjoy applying your welding skills to a variety of heavy equipment and tackling hands-on projects, this may be the perfect opportunity for you. You’ll work on excavators, backhoes, and other specialized equipment outfitted for railway maintenance and repair, contributing to the quality and reliability our customers depend on.

Why you’ll love working here:

Earn more – We offer competitive wages and the opportunity for annual merit increases as you progress in your career. Hourly employees are eligible for quarterly performance bonuses!

Excellent Benefits – Our benefits package includes group health insurance, a company-funded profit sharing retirement plan, paid holidays and vacation, and company paid uniforms just to name a few.

Stay Active – You’ll be on the move during your shift in this fast-paced, exciting environment! You can get your steps in and also participate in our company wellness program!

Be Part of a Team – Every position plays a key role in meeting customer needs, and we all work together as a team to get things done in our family-run organization!

Responsibilities:

• Fabricate, assemble, and weld metal components as specified by work orders, drawings, diagrams, and templates
• Set up and operate fabrication machinery according to job specifications, routing instructions, and material lists
• Understand and safely operate fabricating machines, following instructions and adhering to all safety policies and procedures
• Collaborate with engineering as needed to resolve fit and assembly issues through approved material and drawing adjustments
• Observe proper machine operation to detect part defects or machine malfunction based on company standards and procedures
• Inspects first piece components for quality, dimensional accuracy, and functionality against shop orders and specifications
• Disassemble and assemble machine components to manufacturer’s specifications through the use of hand tools and pneumatic tools
• Perform required maintenance and service according to equipment manuals and work orders

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent is required
• A minimum of two (2) years of metal fabrication experience preferred, or proof of welding certification for entry level position
• Must be able to interpret drawings to cut, notch, fit, and weld materials to proper specifications
• Knowledge of basic tools and tool usage, including basic welding skills
• Must have the ability to work 40 hours a week and maintain a punctual, reliable attendance record

Physical Requirements:

• In addition to being able to sit, stand, walk, read, talk, write and hear, to perform the essential functions of this job an individual must be able to do the following additional activities: Occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Accommodations will be made if they are reasonable, do not create an undue hardship, and will enable an individual with a disability to safely perform the essential job functions.
• The following may be expected to be encountered: long periods of standing, periodic exposure to seasonal heat and cold, working with oils and greases, noise, field work as needed, working outside, stooping, bending, squatting, or working in a prone position.