Project Structural Welder B

Caterpillar • Channelview, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Caterpillar is hiring a Structural Welder for a supplemental position at the Solar Turbines manufacturing facility in Channelview, Texas. The role involves setting up, operating, and adjusting manual and/or automatic machines to perform welding operations in all positions. This position requires passing a structural welder qualification test using the FCAW process and working second shift. No relocation package is available.

The position requires at least six months of experience in a production environment. Candidates must be able to support production demands with overtime, including weekends, and be able to work individually or as part of a team. Eligible candidates must pass background, physical, and drug/alcohol screenings before hiring. Employment offers are also conditioned on successful completion of a drug screen.

Requirements

• Successfully pass the structural welder qualification test and weld using the FCAW process.
• Be available to work second shift.
• Have at least six months of experience in a production environment.
• Be able to work overtime to support production demands, including weekends.
• Be able to work effectively individually or in a team environment.
• Be able to perform simple computer operations.
• Pass required pre-employment background, physical, and drug/alcohol screenings.

Nice To Haves

• Combination structural welder and fitter experience.
• One to three years of FCAW welding experience with structural steel components.
• One year of GMAW welding experience.
• At least one year of air carbon arc gouging experience.
• Good communication skills and a strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.
• Experience with automated or mechanized welding systems such as robotic welding cells, orbital welding, and/or track welders.
• 6GR qualification.
• Leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual finish welding operations on carbon and stainless steel in all positions.
• Follow documented procedures and standard work to perform safe, defect-free operations.
• Perform carbon arc cutting and gouging.
• Sand and prepare or dress welds as required.
• Use forklifts, pallet jacks, jib cranes, and overhead cranes to move and position workpieces.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and volunteer time.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed