Welder Journeyman

San Diego, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 28 - 42

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Career Area:

Operations

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar yourejoining a global team who cares not just about the work we do but also about each other. We are the makers problem solvers and future world builders who are creating stronger more sustainable communities. We dontjust talk about progress and innovation here we make it happen with our customers where we work and live. Together we are building a better world so we can all enjoy living in it.

About the Role:

This position is for experienced welders who are able to use the necessary equipment for MIG and TIG welding of structures enclosures pipes and other components as well as general fabrication and refurbishment and operating equipment and heavy machinery. Experienced welders who are able to perform open root welding.

What You Will Do:

Plan sequences of welding operations and determine methods of welding to weld structural details and assemblies using all available welding processes such as gas electric arc (GTAW) heli-arc orbital sigma and submerged arc welding. Perform setup incidental for welding operations working from blueprints sketches other authorized documents and/or oral instructions. Weld any gauge materials where welded areas are subject to high pressure or extreme stress and where care must be taken to prevent leaks and cracks.
Weld flat vertical or overhead areas or in difficult positions and areas difficult of access. Recognize need for and pre-heat materials as necessary and minimize warpage by proper location of weld and stress relieving methods. Form and shape details as required. Improvise welding aids such as paper templates locating devices holding blocks etc.
Perform surface preparation of parts such as cleaning sanding grinding polishing and some assembly of parts. Clean and dress welds including the cutting and repairing of unacceptable weld joints.
Check own work for conformance to specifications. Must pass and maintain required certifications. Use all necessary equipment tools and materials required to perform work as a journeyman. Must be able to climb and weld from ladders scaffolds roofs and in pits. Maintain good shop practices.

What You Have:

Must be able to pass multiple welder qualification tests
Minimum of three (3) years GTAW 2G and 3G experience in a production environment
Available to work any shift
Ability to perform simple computer operations work from digital prints

Desired Qualifications:

Three (3) to five (5) years of GTAW welding experience
Experience welding with precision fixturing
Ability to work overtime as needed

This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer such as H L TN F J E O.

Summary Pay Range:

$28.34 - $42.94

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-related knowledge skills individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility terms and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

Medical dental and vision benefits*
Paid time off plan (Vacation Holidays Volunteer etc.)*
401(k) savings plans*
Health Savings Account (HSA)*
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
Health Lifestyle Programs*
Employee Assistance Program*
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
Career Development*
Incentive bonus*
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Adoption benefits
Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates:

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

Not ready to apply Join our Talent Community.

Career Area:OperationsJob Description:Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar yourejoining a global team who cares not just about the work we do but also about each other. We are the makers problem solvers and future world builders who are creating stronger more sus...

Career Area:

Operations

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

About the Role:

What You Will Do:

Plan sequences of welding operations and determine methods of welding to weld structural details and assemblies using all available welding processes such as gas electric arc (GTAW) heli-arc orbital sigma and submerged arc welding. Perform setup incidental for welding operations working from blueprints sketches other authorized documents and/or oral instructions. Weld any gauge materials where welded areas are subject to high pressure or extreme stress and where care must be taken to prevent leaks and cracks.
Weld flat vertical or overhead areas or in difficult positions and areas difficult of access. Recognize need for and pre-heat materials as necessary and minimize warpage by proper location of weld and stress relieving methods. Form and shape details as required. Improvise welding aids such as paper templates locating devices holding blocks etc.
Perform surface preparation of parts such as cleaning sanding grinding polishing and some assembly of parts. Clean and dress welds including the cutting and repairing of unacceptable weld joints.
Check own work for conformance to specifications. Must pass and maintain required certifications. Use all necessary equipment tools and materials required to perform work as a journeyman. Must be able to climb and weld from ladders scaffolds roofs and in pits. Maintain good shop practices.

What You Have:

Must be able to pass multiple welder qualification tests
Minimum of three (3) years GTAW 2G and 3G experience in a production environment
Available to work any shift
Ability to perform simple computer operations work from digital prints

Desired Qualifications:

Three (3) to five (5) years of GTAW welding experience
Experience welding with precision fixturing
Ability to work overtime as needed

This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer such as H L TN F J E O.

Summary Pay Range:

$28.34 - $42.94

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility terms and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

Medical dental and vision benefits*
Paid time off plan (Vacation Holidays Volunteer etc.)*
401(k) savings plans*
Health Savings Account (HSA)*
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
Health Lifestyle Programs*
Employee Assistance Program*
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
Career Development*
Incentive bonus*
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Adoption benefits
Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates:

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

Not ready to apply Join our Talent Community.

Key Skills

Robot Programming
Calipers
ASME Codes & Standards
Flux Welding
Plasma Cutting
MIG Welding
3G
Fabrication
Welding
Geometry
Manufacturing
4G/LTE

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Caterpillar

Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial turbines and diesel-electric locomotives.

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