Job Summary / Essential Functions: • Inspect, troubleshoot, and perform welding on all equipment at the jobsite. • Perform preventive maintenance and repair of catastrophic failures. • Fuel and grease equipment as required. • Keep records of work performed. Special Skills or Qualifications Required: • At least one year of experience in welding and repair of heavy diesel equipment, including hard surfacing and repair of ground engaging tools. • Ability to weld in all positions (horizontal, vertical, overhead). • Proper use of torch, air arc, stick weld, and wire weld. • Knowledge of MIG and TIG units and metals used in mining equipment. • At least one year of experience in align boring and re-facing. • Basic math skills. • Valid driver's license. • High school diploma or GED. Expectations: • Self-motivated with minimal supervision. • Effective communication and coordination with co-workers and supervisors. • Compliance with Company, State, and Federal regulations and policies. • Adherence to high safety standards and proper use of PPE. • Ability to read and understand MSDS and operate power and hand tools. • Willingness to work any shift, overtime, weekends, and holidays. Physical Requirements for Surface Operations: • Constant walking, standing, stair and ladder climbing, overhead work, bending, and twisting. • Ability to stand and squat for prolonged periods. • Seated operation of equipment or vehicles for up to 4 hours. • Work from elevated positions, climb stairs and equipment. • Lifting and carrying loads between 10-50 lbs frequently. • Perform repetitive hand and wrist motions with rapid reflexes and good hand-eye coordination. • Work in extreme conditions, including weather, dust, mud, noise, light variations, and confined spaces. • Work with equipment that has moderate to high vibration. • Wear PPE as required. #J-18808-Ljbffr
See More Details >>Job Summary / Essential Functions: • Inspect, troubleshoot, and perform welding on all equipment at the jobsite. • Perform preventive maintenance and repair of catastrophic failures. • Fuel and grease equipment as required. • Keep records of work performed. Special Skills or Qualifications Required: • At least one year of experience in welding and repair of heavy diesel equipment, including hard surfacing and repair of ground engaging tools. • Ability to weld in all positions (horizontal, vertical, overhead). • Proper use of torch, air arc, stick weld, and wire weld. • Knowledge of MIG and TIG welding units and metals used in mining equipment. • At least one year of experience in align boring and re-facing. • Basic math skills. • Valid driver's license. • High school diploma or GED. Expectations: • Self-motivated with minimal supervision. • Effective communication and coordination with team members and supervisors. • Adherence to Company, State, and Federal regulations, policies, and safety standards. • Ability to read and understand Material Safety Data Sheets and operate power and hand tools. • Willingness to work any shift, including overtime, weekends, and holidays. Physical Requirements: • Ability to perform walking, standing, climbing stairs/ladders, working overhead, bending, and twisting. • Prolonged standing and squatting without support. • Seated operation of equipment or vehicles for up to 4 hours. • Work from elevated positions and climb on/off equipment and ladders. • Lift and carry weights between 10-50 lbs frequently. • Lift boxes up to 50 lbs from floor to shoulder and handle loads as specified. • Work overhead with light loads. • Maintain balance on narrow beams. • Perform repetitive hand/wrist motions with good hand-eye coordination. • Work in extreme conditions including weather variations, dust, mud, noise, lighting changes, hot environments, and confined spaces. • Work with equipment experiencing vibration. • Wear required personal protective equipment as per regulations. #J-18808-Ljbffr
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Bedford, IN, typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 to 18 months, providing hands-on experience and classroom learning. According to the American Welding Society (AWS), the welding industry is expected to need approximately 320,500 new welding professionals by 2029, with a steady job growth of 2-3%. In Bedford, IN, welders can earn an average of $1,000 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $50,000 annually. Training programs, community colleges, and apprenticeships through organizations like the AWS Foundation offer pathways to this lucrative career, which combines skilled craftsmanship with opportunities for advancement and specialization in various industries.
