About this opportunity
Thompson Tractor Company lists this Welder - Earthmoving opportunity in thomasville, Alabama. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Welder PositionWelders will be responsible for performing welding, fabricating and machining repairs on the full line of Caterpillar products and competitor equipment. The person in this role should demonstrate initiative, commitment to teamwork, enthusiasm for customer service, and dedication to finding solutions in a safe and efficient manner. The Welder will advance in classification as attitude, skill level, and job performance allows in the welding department within TTCO.Essential Responsibilities & ExpectationsBasic safe machine operation & inspectionAbility to perform welding operations utilizing Stick, MIG, TIG and portable line boring.Ability to perform metal cutting utilizing Flame Torch, Plasma and Carbon Arc.Performs shop, yard, and job site clean-up as requiredOperates wash rack equipment and properly cleans components as requiredCreates comprehensive, timely, and accurate service reports.Keeps accurate records of all workUphold the Core Values of Safe and Secure, Stronger Together, People of Integrity, and Driven to Serve.Behavior StandardMaintain a productive work environment by acting and communicating in a manner that upholds the values of the Thompson Tractor brand.Demonstrate that you can have a positive relationship with customers, clients, vendors, coworkers, and management.Proper and regular attendance required.QualificationsEducationHigh school diploma or equivalentExperienceThe candidate must possess strong mechanical aptitude.Work experience in a fabrication or welding shop is required for this position.Experience using personal computers and basic typing skills are required for this position.Candidates must possess the ability to quickly acquire the following required skills and competenciesSkills and CompetenciesStrong technical skillsStrong welding knowledgeWritten communication skillsBasic computing skillsJob TrainingArea specific technical trainingOSHA and MSHA required trainingVendor technical sitesCompliance trainingSafety SummaryWorking ConditionsWork is normally performed in a Service Department shop or on location of customer job sites.Exposure to physical risk and all weather conditions is associated with this position.Standing on hard surfaces for extended periods of time is often required.Physical RequirementsSpeakingListeningWritingTypingReachingKneelingGraspingStoopingLifting up to 75 lbs.Climbing on laddersClimbing on equipmentCrawling under equipmentJob HazardsExposure to welding fumes and gasesRisk of burns and firesEye and skin injuriesNoise exposureElectric shockWelding flash and UV radiationHazardous materials and chemical exposureFalling objects and structural hazardsThompson Tractor is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
Worksite address
thomasville, AL, 36784, US
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