Welder (Shop)

Komatsu America Corp.; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Komatsu America Corp. in Elko, Nevada seeks an experienced welder skilled in carbon arc gouging and FCAW. The role requires reading complex drawings, using precision measuring tools, and handling rigging and overhead cranes on-site.

Candidates must demonstrate strong math skills, safety compliance, and teamwork while contributing to quality repair and fabrication projects. The position offers on-site employment with opportunities for training and certification alignment to Komatsu Quality

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on carbon arc gouging and FCAW welding.
• Ability to pass a 1" welding certification test (positions 1G-4G) within 90 days with FCAW.
• Proven ability to read weld blueprints and interpret complex drawings to meet quality standards.
• Solid welding safety knowledge and adherence to shop protocols.
• Strong math skills for precise measurement and calculations in fabrication.
• Excellent problem-solving and mechanical aptitude for tooling maintenance.
• Ability to work in a team yet manage individual workload to meet deadlines.
• Willingness to continuously learn and adapt to new welding technologies.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate expertise in Carbon Arc Gouging and FCAW to execute precise metal cutting and preparation tasks.
• Interpret weld symbols accurately and read technical prints and blueprints.
• Operate rigging equipment and overhead cranes safely and efficiently.
• Exhibit strong skills in fitting and layout operations to prepare components before welding.
• Use precision measuring instruments to verify dimensions and tolerances during inspection and setup.
• Analyze, update, and maintain detailed reports and records for data communication.

Skills

Carbon arc gouging

FCAW welding

Welding symbols interpretation

Reading blueprints

Machinist measuring instruments

Math skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Tools

FCAW electrodes

Rigging equipment

Overhead cranes

Job description

Job Location (Short): Elko, Nevada, USA, 89801

Requisition ID: 36340

Onsite or Remote: Onsite Position

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Key Job Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate expertise in Carbon Arc Gouging and Oxy/Fuel Torch operations to execute precise metal cutting and preparation tasks.
• Interpret weld symbols accurately and possess advanced proficiency in reading and understanding technical prints and blueprints.
• Operate rigging equipment and overhead cranes safely and efficiently, ensuring compliance with certification requirements.
• Exhibit strong skills in fitting and layout operations to prepare components accurately before welding.
• Utilize a broad range of welding electrodes with proficiency and adapt techniques to varying materials and specifications.
• Perform carbon arc gouging with precision, contributing to high-quality repair and fabrication work.
• Successfully achieve weld certifications in line with Joy Global/Komatsu Quality standards, demonstrating commitment to quality assurance.
• Apply advanced trade mathematics, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, and fractions, to solve complex measurement and fabrication challenges.
• Interpret complex drawings, specifications, charts, tables, and handbook formulas to ensure accuracy in project execution.
• Use a variety of precision measuring instruments proficiently to verify dimensions and tolerances during inspection and setup.
• Analyze, update, and maintain detailed reports, forms, and records, supporting effective data collection and communication within the team.
• Exhibit mechanical aptitude and competence in reading and utilizing machinist measuring instruments to support quality control processes.
• Participate in ongoing training to stay current with industry practices, welding technologies, and safety regulations.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years' hands-on experience working with carbon arc gouging and FCAW welding electrodes, specifically with 1/16\" and 3/32\" diameters.
• Ability to successfully pass a 1\" weld certification test encompassing positions 1G, 2G, 3G, and 4G using FCAW within the first 90 days of employment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in interpreting welding blueprints and performing precise welds that meet stringent quality standards.
• Solid understanding of welding safety protocols and the ability to consistently apply these in a shop environment.
• Strong mathematical skills relevant to trades, enabling effective measurement, calculation, and adherence to technical specifications.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities with a mechanical aptitude for maintaining and repairing welding equipment and related tooling.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team while independently managing individual workload to meet deadlines.
• Commitment to continuous learning and skills development within the welding trade and associated technologies.
• Flexibility to adapt to varying shift schedules or assignments as necessary to meet production demands.
• Effective communication skills to facilitate clear and respectful interaction with colleagues and supervisors.

Komatsu Mining, operating under US Distribution within the Manufacturing business unit, offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment where safety, quality, and teamwork are prioritized. This position supports operational excellence and provides opportunities for professional growth within a respected industry leader.

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Komatsu we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions.We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose.We are authentic, ambitious, and innovative in our pursuit of Diversity & Inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.

Company Information

Komatsu is a world leader in manufacturing construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment. Founded in 1921, Komatsu has a long history of quality, reliability, innovation, and excellence. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu facilities, distributors and dealers are in more than 140 countries and employ more than 60,000 people. Komatsu offers a diverse and challenging work environment, where you can grow your skills and career, and contribute to a sustainable, clean-energy future. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, be a part of something big and join a team that is shaping the world!