Project Structural Welder B
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. The position is urgently hiring with multiple openings, and no relocation package is available. The welder performs manual finish welding on carbon and stainless steel, follows documented procedures and standard work to complete safe, defect-free operations, and performs carbon arc cutting and gouging. Sanding may be needed to prepare and dress welds. The role also uses forklifts, pallet jacks, jib cranes, and overhead cranes to move and position workpieces. Candidates must be available for second shift and overtime, including weekends, to support production demands.
Requirements
- Successfully pass the structural welder qualification test and weld using the FCAW process.
- Be available to work second shift.
- Have at least 6 months of experience in a production environment.
- Be able to work overtime, including weekends, to support production demands.
- Ability to work well individually or in a team environment.
- Ability to perform simple computer operations.
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 as needed to prepare and dress welds.
- Use forklifts, pallet jacks, jib cranes, and overhead cranes to move and position workpieces.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid time off plan, 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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