Shop Welder Technician 3 - Line Bore

Essential Functions

• Models, promotes, and reinforces the consistent use of HOLT’s Values Based Leadership (VBL) tools, models, and processes to ensure alignment with our Vision, Values, and Mission.
• Executes complicated repairs, fabrication and welding on heavy equipment and components in a shop environment. 
• Conducts complicated carbon arc gouging, oxy/acetylene torch beveling and welding with different welding processes. 
• Completes most line boring jobs with minimal supervision.
• Accurately orders parts utilizing Holt computer systems by looking up special instructions, specifications and processes utilizing SIS and other resources. 
• Maintains all company equipment, tools, and work areas in good, clean working order.
• Proficiently operates hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and equipment used in fabrication and welding.
• Accurately prepares technical inspection and service reports, documents, and any other necessary paperwork in a timely manner. 
• Works outside of regularly scheduled hours as required by workload. 
• Performs removal and installation of components on heavy equipment, including undercarriage.
• Recommends innovative ways of approaching projects and equipment needed to perform tasks. 
• Assists with developing procedures and techniques for performing complicated fabrications or repairs. 
• Consults with supervisor on purchases.
• Builds and sustains relationships with outside organizations, vendors, internal and external customers.
• Aids in coaching and mentoring less experienced welders. 
• Works safely at all times while consistently adhering to company policies, procedures and standards internally as well as externally when representing our organization.
• Performs other duties assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to complete most complicated welding repairs on steel and steel alloys utilizing FCAW & SMAW process (all position) and perform advanced torch work, cutting and gouging. 
• Proficient knowledge of equipment and dimensional tools, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance. 
• Proficient knowledge of specification and drawing interpretations. 
• Proficient knowledge with current computer software, related hardware, and machine interface systems. 
• Adequate work habits, accuracy and an exceptional attention to detail and quality of work. 
• Developed technical skills as a qualified welder/fabricator with a demonstrated ability to effectively perform assigned welding tasks. 
• Solid verbal and written communication skills.
• Developing influencing skills and problem-solving skills with a developing mechanical aptitude.
• Adaptable to changing schedules and exhibits time management skills. 
• Ability to follow logical troubleshooting and standard operating procedures when performing welding fabrication and repairs. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a strong work ethic, being dependable, reliable, and honest with demonstrated integrity. 
• Ability to follow manufacturer and company installation and service guidelines to ensure quality work. 
• Required to be a self-starter. 
• Ability to read, write, and understand information with the ability to follow directions and procedures. 
• Able to perform complicated line-boring jobs. 
• Able to cut-out/weld-out broken bolts.
• Ability to work with, hand grinder/sander, air tools, forklifts, and material handling equipment.

Requirements

• Welding certifications to complete during this level is SMAW (stick) 1” T-1 material (3G and 4G) welding processes. 
• Failure analysis training
• Ongoing Safety training
• Principals of Persuasion 
• MSHA

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred with additional specialized/technical training or some college courses (Welding Technology) preferred.
• Three years’ of welding experience required.

• Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) 3G and 4G
• Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) 3G and 4G
• Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) 3G and 4G
• First Aid/CPR; Confined Space Entry; Methane/O2 Deficiency

• None

• Minimal travel, no more than 5%

• Ability to function and work around welding machines, overhead cranes, cutting torches and gauges, fit up and layout tools.
• Ability to move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue.
• Frequently moves materials weighing up to 50 lb., anything more requires a team lift, or a mechanical lift.
• Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina.
• Ascends/descends with gradual or continuous progress by oneself using hands/feet while maintaining at least three points of contact to climb up/down ladders and/or equipment.
• Be able to maneuver safely and work underneath equipment.
• Routinely reacts to visual, auditory, and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work. 
• Significant amount of time standing and walking; at times kneeling, crouching, stooping, climbing, and reaching.

• Requires the use of common protective or safety equipment.
• Regularly works outdoors around moving mechanical parts and noise level may be loud at times.
• May be exposed to weather extremes when working outside in conditions that include inclement weather, heat, cold, and moisture/humidity. 
• Exposure to small quantities of chemicals, dust, steam, high-pressure water, and high-speed rotating equipment
• Occasionally performs work in cramped spaces and/or high places.
• Frequently interact with internal/external customers and occasionally interacts with vendors and outside organizations.