Welder - Earthmoving

Welders 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. Basic safe machine operation & inspection Ability 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 required Operates wash rack equipment and properly cleans components as required Creates comprehensive, timely, and accurate service reports. Keeps accurate records of all work Uphold the Core Values of Safe and Secure, Stronger Together, People of Integrity, and Driven to Serve. Maintain 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. Qualifications Education High school diploma or equivalent Experience The 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 competencies Skills and Competencies Strong technical skills Strong welding knowledge Basic computing skills Job Training Area specific technical training OSHA and MSHA required training Compliance training Safety Summary Working Conditions Work 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 Requirements Speaking Writing Typing Reaching Kneeling Grasping Stooping Lifting up to 75 lbs. Climbing on ladders Climbing on equipment Crawling under equipment Exposure to welding fumes and gases Risk of burns and fires Eye and skin injuries Electric shock Welding flash and UV radiation Hazardous materials and chemical exposure Falling objects and structural hazards Thompson Tractor is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualifications Skills Required Intermediate Customer Service Advanced Computer Intermediate Verbal Communication Intermediate Mechanical Advanced Technical Advanced Behaviors Motivations Education Required High School or Equivalent or better. Preferred Technical/other training or better. Experience Licenses & Certifications Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr