Shop Welder Technician 3 - Line Bore

HOLT Group•San Antonio, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Shop Welder Tech 3 (Line Bore) performs complicated welding repairs, fabrication, and line boring on heavy equipment and components with minimal supervision, using Holt, Caterpillar, and AWS welding procedures, standards, and codes. The role requires the ability to fabricate solely from blueprints and remove and install most heavy-equipment components, including undercarriage. The position models HOLT’s Values Based Leadership practices, collaborates with internal and external resources, and participates in ongoing self-development. It works in a shop environment and may work outside regularly scheduled hours as workload requires. Travel is minimal, no more than 5%.

Requirements

Three years of welding experience.
Ability to complete complicated steel and steel-alloy welding repairs using FCAW and SMAW in all positions, and perform advanced torch work, cutting, and gouging.
Ability to perform complicated line-boring jobs and cut out and weld out broken bolts.
Proficient knowledge of equipment and dimensional tools, including their design, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Proficient knowledge of specifications and drawing interpretation.
Proficient knowledge of current computer software, related hardware, and machine interface systems.
Demonstrated technical welding and fabrication skills, accuracy, attention to detail, and quality of work.
Solid verbal and written communication skills.
Developing influencing and problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude.
Ability to adapt to changing schedules and manage time effectively.
Ability to follow logical troubleshooting procedures and standard operating procedures for welding, fabrication, and repairs.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team; dependable, reliable, honest, and demonstrates integrity.
Ability to follow manufacturer and company installation and service guidelines.
Self-starter with the ability to read, write, understand information, and follow directions and procedures.
Ability to work with hand grinders and sanders, air tools, forklifts, and material-handling equipment.
Welding certifications to complete during this level: SMAW (stick), 1-inch T-1 material, 3G and 4G welding processes.
Failure analysis training.
Ongoing safety training.
Principles of Persuasion training.
MSHA training.
Ability to function and work around welding machines, overhead cranes, cutting torches, gauges, and fit-up and layout tools.
Ability to move objects and use abdominal and lower-back muscles for support over time without fatigue.
Frequently move materials weighing up to 50 pounds; heavier items require a team lift or mechanical lift.
Manual dexterity, coordination, stamina, and frequent movement and use of limbs.
Ability to climb ladders and equipment while maintaining at least three points of contact, and to maneuver safely and work underneath equipment.
Ability to respond to visual, auditory, and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and visually inspect work.
Ability to stand and walk for significant periods and occasionally kneel, crouch, stoop, climb, and reach.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred, with additional specialized or technical training or some college courses in Welding Technology preferred.

Nice To Haves

Preferred licenses/certifications: FCAW 3G and 4G; SMAW 3G and 4G; GTAW 3G and 4G; First Aid/CPR; Confined Space Entry; Methane/O2 Deficiency.
High school diploma or equivalent, additional specialized or technical training, or some college courses in Welding Technology.

Responsibilities

Model, promote, and reinforce HOLT’s Values Based Leadership tools, models, and processes in alignment with the company’s vision, values, and mission.
Perform complicated repairs, fabrication, and welding on heavy equipment and components in a shop environment.
Conduct complicated carbon arc gouging, oxy/acetylene torch beveling, and welding using different processes.
Complete most line-boring jobs with minimal supervision.
Order parts using Holt computer systems, looking up special instructions, specifications, and processes through SIS and other resources.
Maintain company equipment, tools, and work areas in good, clean working order.
Operate hand, power, and pneumatic tools and equipment used in fabrication and welding.
Prepare technical inspection and service reports, documents, and other necessary paperwork accurately and promptly.
Work outside regularly scheduled hours as required by workload.
Remove and install heavy-equipment components, including undercarriage.
Recommend innovative approaches to projects and equipment needed to perform tasks.
Assist in developing procedures and techniques for complicated fabrications or repairs.
Consult with the supervisor on purchases.
Build and sustain relationships with outside organizations, vendors, and internal and external customers.
Coach and mentor less experienced welders.
Work safely and adhere to company policies, procedures, and standards.
Perform other assigned duties.