Shop Welder Technician 3 - Line Bore

HOLT Group•San Antonio, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Shop Welder Technician 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 independently from blueprints and remove and install most heavy-equipment components, including undercarriage. The incumbent is expected to model the company’s mission and core business values, collaborate with internal and external resources, and participate in ongoing self-development. This position works in a shop environment and may require work outside regularly scheduled hours depending on workload. It involves operating welding and fabrication equipment, maintaining tools and work areas, preparing technical documentation, supporting less experienced welders, and working safely in accordance with company policies and procedures. Travel is minimal and does not exceed 5%.

Requirements

Three years of welding experience.
Ability to perform complicated welding repairs on steel and steel alloys using all-position FCAW and SMAW processes, as well as 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, use, repair, and maintenance.
Proficient knowledge of specifications and drawing interpretation.
Proficient knowledge of current computer software, related hardware, and machine interface systems.
Demonstrated technical skills as a qualified welder/fabricator and ability to perform assigned welding tasks.
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, work habits, and quality of work.
Solid verbal and written communication skills.
Problem-solving and developing influencing skills, with developing mechanical aptitude.
Ability to adapt to changing schedules and manage time effectively.
Ability to follow troubleshooting logic, standard operating procedures, and manufacturer and company installation and service guidelines.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with dependability, reliability, honesty, and integrity.
Self-starter able 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.
Ability to function around welding machines, overhead cranes, cutting torches and gauges, and fit-up and layout tools.
Ability to move materials weighing up to 50 pounds; heavier items require a team or mechanical lift.
Manual dexterity, coordination, stamina, and ability to climb ladders or equipment while maintaining three points of contact, work underneath equipment, and perform visual inspections.
High school diploma or equivalent is preferred, with additional specialized or technical training or some college coursework in Welding Technology preferred.
Complete SMAW (stick) certification for 1-inch T-1 material, 3G and 4G, during this level.
Complete failure-analysis training, ongoing safety training, Principles of Persuasion, and MSHA training.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Model, promote, and reinforce Holt’s Values Based Leadership tools, models, and processes.
Execute complicated repairs, fabrication, and welding on heavy equipment and components.
Perform 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 and consult special instructions, specifications, SIS, and other resources.
Maintain company equipment, tools, and work areas in clean, good working order.
Operate hand, power, and pneumatic tools and fabrication and welding equipment.
Prepare technical inspection and service reports and other required paperwork accurately and promptly.
Work outside regularly scheduled hours when required by workload.
Remove and install components on heavy equipment, including undercarriage.
Recommend approaches to projects and equipment needed to perform tasks.
Assist in developing procedures and techniques for complicated fabrication and repairs.
Consult with a supervisor on purchases.
Build and sustain relationships with vendors, outside organizations, and internal and external customers.
Coach and mentor less experienced welders.
Follow safety requirements, company policies, procedures, and standards.
Perform other assigned duties.