Field Welder - Line Bore
Field Welder - Line Bore
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Job Summary: The Field Welder Line Bore performs complicated welding repairs fabrication and line boring on heavy equipment and components with minimal to no supervision utilizing Holt CAT AWS Welding Procedures Standards and Codes in both a shop and field environment. This position fabricates solely from blueprints performs the removal and installation of most components on heavy equipment including undercarriage.
The incumbent in this position shall model the following practices daily:1 Demonstrate alignment with the companys mission and core business values; 2)Collaborate with key internal/external resources; 3 Participate in ongoing selfdevelopment.
Essential Functions:
- Models promotes and reinforces the consistent use of HOLTs Values Based Leadership (VBL) tools models and processes to ensure alignment with our Vision Values and Mission.
- Executes complicated repairs fabrication and welding on heavy equipment and components in a field or shop environment.
- Conducts complicated carbon arc gouging oxy/acetylene torch beveling and welding with different welding processes.
- Completes most line boring jobs with minimal supervision.
- Accurately orders parts utilizing Holt computer systems by looking up special instructions specifications and processes utilizing SIS and other resources.
- Maintains all company equipment tools and work areas in good clean working order.
- Proficiently operates hand tools power tools pneumatic tools and equipment used in fabrication and welding.
- Aids in coaching and mentoring less experienced welders both in the shop and field.
- Prepares accurate technical inspections and service reports documents DOT pretrip/posttrip inspections DOT electronic logbooks and any other necessary paperwork in a timely manner.
- Works overtime as required by workload and customers needs.
- Performs removal and installation of components on heavy equipment including undercarriage.
- Recommends innovative ways of approaching projects and equipment needed to perform tasks.
- Assists with developing procedures and techniques for performing complicated fabrications or repairs.
- Consults with supervisor on purchases.
- Build and sustain relationships with outside organizations vendors internal and external customers.
- Works safely at all times while consistently adhering to company policies procedures and standards internally as well as externally when representing our organization.
- Performs other duties assigned.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to complete most complicated welding repairs on steel and steel alloys utilizing FCAW & SMAW process (all position) and perform advanced torch work cutting and gouging.
- Proficient knowledge of equipment and dimensional tools including their designs uses repair and maintenance.
- Proficient knowledge of specification and drawing interpretations.
- Proficient knowledge with current computer software related hardware and machine interface systems.
- Good work habits accuracy and an exceptional attention to detail and quality of work.
- Developed technical skills as a qualified welder/fabricator with a demonstrated ability to effectively perform assigned welding tasks.
- Solid verbal and written communication skills.
- Developing influencing skills and problemsolving skills with a developing mechanical aptitude.
- Adaptable to changing schedules and exhibits time management skills.
- Ability to follow logical troubleshooting and standard operating procedures when performing welding fabrication and repairs.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a strong work ethic being dependable reliable and honest with demonstrated integrity.
- Ability to follow manufacturer and company installation and service guidelines to ensure quality work.
- Required to be a selfstarter.
- Ability to read write and understand information with the ability to follow directions and procedures.
- Ability to perform complicated lineboring jobs.
- Ability to cutout/weldout broken bolts and work with hand grinder/sander air tools forklifts and material handling equipment.
- Demonstrates all skills or requirements of lower tech level jobs within the department.
Additional Requirements:
- Valid Drivers license required.
- Ability to obtain a valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL Class B or above) within 90 days of start of position and must have an acceptable driving record.
- Holt CAT certification in SMAW weld process 1 thick mild steel.
- Failure analysis training.
- Ongoing Safety training.
- Selling skills.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; with additional specialized/technical training or some college courses (Welding Technology) preferred.
- Five or more years of welding is required.
- Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) 1 3G and 4G on both A36 T1
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) 1 3G and 4G A36
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) 3/8 3G and 4G
- First Aid/CPR; Confined Space Entry; Methane/O2 Deficiency
- MSHA
- Blueprint Basics How to Read Blueprints and Shop Drawings with Weld Symbols
- SIS procedure/process training
- Forklift Certification
- DiSC and Conflict Resolution
- Principals of Persuasion
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- None
Travel:
- Required with a potential for multiple overnight stays 2040
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to function and work around welding machines service trucks mobile cranes overhead cranes cutting torches and gauges fit up and layout tools.
- Ability to move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue.
- Frequently moves materials weighing up to 50 lb. anything more requires a team lift or a mechanical lift.
- Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity coordination and stamina.
- Ascends/descends with gradual or continuous progress by oneself using hands/feet while maintaining at least three points of contact to climb up/down ladders and/or equipment.
- Be able to maneuver safely and work underneath equipment.
- Routinely reacts to visual auditory and other signals including alarms and instructions and is required to visually inspect work.
- Significant amount of time standing and walking; at times kneeling crouching stooping climbing and reaching.
Work Environment:
- Requires the use of common protective or safety equipment.
- Regularly works outdoors around moving mechanical parts and noise level may be loud at times.
- May be exposed to weather extremes when working outside in conditions that include inclement weather heat cold and moisture/humidity.
- Exposure to small quantities of chemicals dust steam highpressure water and highspeed rotating equipment.
- Occasionally performs work in cramped spaces and/or high places.
- Frequently interact with internal/external customers and occasionally interacts with vendors and outside organizations.
Disclaimer: Please note that the above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of the incumbents so classified. All incumbents may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities as needed.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
