Welder – Field Service – Kilgore, Texas

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Job Overview

Welder to support Kilgore, Texas Field Service

Key Job Responsibilities

Primary focus on a safe work environment and employing safe work practices on a consistent basis.

Perform a variety of welding and cutting applications (including air arcing).

Lay out and perform complex repairs with a high level of accuracy and quality.

Assess equipment repair needs and developing repair processes.

Troubleshoot, maintain and perform minor repairs to most assigned tooling; wire feeders and welding machines.

Work in a diverse team environment.

Work efficiently and productively at all times to maintain a billable rate according to department and company objectives.

Minimize loss/spoilage of raw or in process materials.

Qualifications/Requirements

Experience with a variety of SMAW and FCAW welding electrodes.

Experience with carbon arc gouging.

Must be able to pass a weld certification according to Joy Global Quality standards.

Ability to apply advanced trades mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, and fractions). Simple use of formulas, charts, tables, drawings, specifications, schedules, wiring diagrams.

Ability to interpret complicated drawings, specifications, charts, tables, and handbook formulas.

Ability to use all varieties of precision measuring instruments.

Ability to analyze and update reports, forms, records, and comparable methods of data collection/communication tools.

Valid CDL preferred.

Approximately 5+ years of experience with numerous welding and cutting applications including carbon arc gouging and SMAW and FCAW welding electrodes.

Must be able to wear a respirator or fresh air hood when required.

Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.