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DUF Fabrication Welder

Date:  Apr 30, 2025
Location: 

Duffield, VA, US, 24244-0256

Req ID:  32963
Onsite or Remote:  Onsite Position

Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery markets, maximizing value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimizing performance. Komatsu supports a myriad of markets, including housing, infrastructure, water, pipeline, minerals, automobile, aerospace, electronics and medical, through its many brands and subsidiaries, including TimberPro, Joy, P&H, Montabert, Modular Mining Systems, Hensley Industries, NTC, and Gigaphoton.

 

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Weld all types of worn or damaged metal parts and equipment as specified by blueprints, sketches or diagrams.  Must be able to cut patterns and do vertical overhead and horizontal welding.  Must have a basic understanding of metal properties and to be able to set up and efficiently operate a wide range of welding equipment.

 

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

Welding machines, such as mig, stick, submerged arc, etc; air arc, cutting torch, pattern cutter, grinders, hoists, tow motor, etc.

 

SAMPLE WORK PROCEDURE

  1. Examines blueprints to determine necessary repairs to be made.  Uses necessary equipment to affect repairs.
  2. Cuts patterns from stock
  3. Uses cutting torch or air arc to remove defective parts from main assembly 
  4. Examines work piece to verify conformance to specifications
  5. Uses grinder to clean welds
  6. When required, uses tow motor or hoist to move or position work piece
  7. Obeys all safety rules and performs housekeeping assignments.

 

The above statements reflect general details and do not contain all work requirements of the job

 

 

COMPETENCY CHECKLIST

 

1.  Use basic math

2.  Perform metric conversions

3.  Read weldment drawings

4.  Use tape

5.  Use square

6.  Proper fork truck operation

7.  Proper crane operation

8.  Safety training (Haz-Com, Lock Out / Tag Out, Confined Space, BBP, High Voltage, Lifting)

9.  Knowledgeable of ISO

10.  Use presses

11. Operate shear

12.  Mig weld / stick weld

13.  Air arc

14.  Familiar with Burn Table operation

15.  Use cutting torch

16.  Operate grinders

17.  Operate iron worker

18.  Operate band saw

19.  Familiar with drum lacing machine

20.  Operate press brake

21.  Familiar with bore tech operation

22.  Certified welder

 

SAMPLE WORK PROCEDURE

  1. Examines blueprints to determine necessary repairs to be made.  Uses necessary equipment to affect repairs.
  2. Cuts patterns from stock
  3. Uses cutting torch or air arc to remove defective parts from main assembly 
  4. Examines work piece to verify conformance to specifications
  5. Uses grinder to clean welds
  6. When required, uses tow motor or hoist to move or position work piece
  7. Obeys all safety rules and performs housekeeping assignments.

 

The above statements reflect general details and do not contain all work requirements of the job

 

 

COMPETENCY CHECKLIST

 

1.  Use basic math

2.  Perform metric conversions

3.  Read weldment drawings

4.  Use tape

5.  Use square

6.  Proper fork truck operation

7.  Proper crane operation

8.  Safety training (Haz-Com, Lock Out / Tag Out, Confined Space, BBP, High Voltage, Lifting)

9.  Knowledgeable of ISO

10.  Use presses

11. Operate shear

12.  Mig weld / stick weld

13.  Air arc

14.  Familiar with Burn Table operation

15.  Use cutting torch

16.  Operate grinders

17.  Operate iron worker

18.  Operate band saw

19.  Familiar with drum lacing machine

20.  Operate press brake

21.  Familiar with bore tech operation

22.  Certified welder

 

Key Skills – Required by Komatsu

 

COLLABORATION

Working together with one or more people to complete a project or task or develop ideas or processes.

ADAPTABILITY

Having the ability to adjust to changes in their environment.  

HUNTER MENTALITY

A combination of traits that can help someone achieve their goals with consistency and precision.

BUSINESS ACCUMEN

Having the ability to understand business situations and make sound decisions that lead to successful outcomes.

APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE 

Being able to use what you’ve learned to make decisions and complete tasks in different situations.

LEADERSHIP  

The ability to guide, influence or lead others to accomplish a shared goal. 

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Additional Information

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.

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