Welder (Shop)

Komatsu; Gillette (WY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks skilled welders to join their dynamic team in Gillette. In this role, you will focus on maintaining a safe work environment while performing a variety of welding and cutting applications. Your expertise in SMAW and FCAW welding, along with your ability to understand weld symbols and print reading, will be essential. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex repairs and collaborate with a dedicated team, ensuring high-quality results in a supportive and innovative environment. If you are passionate about welding and eager to contribute to a leading company, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience with various welding electrodes and passing certification.
• Ability to read prints and perform complex repairs with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Focus on a safe work environment and perform welding and cutting applications.
• Assess equipment repair needs and develop effective repair processes.

Skills

SMAW welding

FCAW welding

Carbon Arc Gouging

Oxy/Fuel Torch

Print reading

Teamwork

Tools

Laser Aligner

Micrometer

Caliper

Bore Gauges

Job description

Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery markets, maximizing value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimizing performance. Komatsu supports a myriad of markets, including housing, infrastructure, water, pipeline, minerals, automobile, aerospace, electronics and medical, through its many brands and subsidiaries, including TimberPro, Joy, P&H, Montabert, Modular Mining Systems, Hensley Industries, NTC, and Gigaphoton.

Job Overview

Key Job Responsibilities

• Primary focus on a safe work environment and employing safe work practices on a consistent basis.
• Perform a variety of welding and cutting applications (including air arcing).
• Lay out and perform complex repairs with a high level of accuracy and quality.
• Assess equipment repair needs and develop repair processes.
• Troubleshoot, maintain and perform minor repairs to most assigned tooling; wire feeders and welding machines.
• Proficient at Carbon Arc Gouging.
• Proficient with Oxy/Fuel Torch.
• Moderate physical demand, continuous lifting or moving light weight to moderate weight materials and working in difficult positions.
• Equipment component rebuilds, e.g., gear box rebuilds.
• Use of Laser Aligner, Micrometer, Caliper and Bore Gauges with minimal supervision.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Experience with a variety of SMAW and FCAW welding electrodes.
• Must be able to pass a weld certification according to Komatsu Quality standards (Dual shield II wire; vertical/horizontal weld).
• Ability to understand weld symbols.
• Proficient at print reading, fitting, and layout.
• Boretech and rotator experience.
• Ability to analyze and update reports, forms, records, and comparable methods of data collection/communication tools.
• Forklift experience is preferred but not required.
• Crane/rigging experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Additional Information

Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.