Structural Welder

Caterpillar•San Diego, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. This position is for entry level welders who are able to use the necessary equipment for MIG and TIG welding of structures, enclosures, and other components, as well as general fabrication and refurbishment, and operating equipment and heavy machinery.

Requirements

Must be able to recognize and avoid hazards and unsafe operation of equipment
Must have experience with GMAW (MIG), FCAW (Flux Core), and/or GTAW (TIG) welding
Must be able to certify on specified welding methods within required timeline.
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
Familiarity with shop floor procedures is strongly preferred.
Annual eye exam may be required
Annual hearing conservation exam may be required
Will be required to take a welding test to demonstrate proficiency prior to being hired.

Nice To Haves

Ability to work with their peers as well as individually, and follow directions from team leads, supervisors, and managers.
Follow work instructions and processes, weld according to part drawings, execute tasks, and assist higher level welders.
Ability to learn from higher level employees and must ask for help and/or instruction when unsure how to handle a task.
Ability to take guidance, feedback, and priority from Team Leads, Inspector, Welding Engineer, supervisor, or respective manager to continually improve performance, productivity and/or quality of completed product.
Pass and maintain required welding qualification tests.
Fully able to read, comply and understand welding procedures.
Able to climb and work from ladders, scissor/man lifts, and scaffolds.
Familiarity with shop floor procedures is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Comply with all of Solar’s Environmental, Health and Safety Programs, Regulations and Guidelines, Policies, procedures, and best practices; use proper PPE, proper tools, etc.
Weld primarily per AWS D1.1, minor welding per ASME B31.3
Clean welds including the cutting and repairing of unacceptable welds
Ensure that the welding procedures have been followed and quality has not been compromised
Take feedback on their work, and correct work that is not up to standard
Provide welding/ fabrication support to other departments as needed (i.e., mock-up, rework, stud shooting, etc.)
Participate in Lean Continuous Improvement projects and trainings on safety, quality, velocity, and cost
Meet or exceed individual and team performance metrics for quality and on time delivery