Shop Welder

Job Highlights

Company Profile

Komatsu Construction is a key partner in the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery sectors. It supports diverse markets, including housing, infrastructure, minerals, aerospace, and medical.

Job Profile

The company is searching for a Shop Welder to join its shop.

Education Level

• Not mentioned, a High School Diploma (a plus)

Work Experience

• Experience with a variety of SMAW and FCAW welding electrodes.
• Forklift experience (preferred but not required)

License/Certification

• Must be able to pass a weld certification according to Komatsu Quality standards. (Dual shield II wire; vertical/horizontal weld)

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assess equipment repair needs and develop repair processes.
• Equipment component rebuilds, e.g., gearbox rebuilds.
• Lay out and perform complex repairs with a high level of accuracy and quality.
• Moderate, physical demand, continuous lifting or moving light-weight to moderate-weight materials, and working in difficult positions.
• Perform a variety of welding and cutting applications (including air arcing).
• The primary focus is on a safe work environment and employing safe work practices on a consistent basis.
• Proficient at Carbon Arc Gouging
• Proficient with Oxy/Fuel Torch
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and perform minor repairs to most assigned tooling, wire feeders, and welding machines.
• Use of Laser Aligner, Micrometer, Caliper, and Bore Gauges with minimal supervision.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Ability to analyze and update reports, forms, records, and comparable methods of data collection/communication tools.
• Ability to understand weld symbols.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Boretech and rotator experience.
• Crane/rigging experience is preferred but not required.
• Proficient at print reading, fitting, and layout.

Work Environment

• The environment is usually more controlled than in fieldwork
• Exposed to heat, noise, and welding fumes
• Requires the use of safety equipment like helmets and gloves
• Tasks may be repetitive, but they allow for a steady workflow
• Works indoors in a fabrication or repair shop

Employer’s Statement

Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Employer.