Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Mining Welder is responsible for performing skilled welding, fabrication, repair, and maintenance work on heavy mining equipment, machinery, structural components, and related systems. This position uses various welding and cutting processes to repair worn or damaged components, fabricate replacement parts, and support preventive and corrective maintenance activities in demanding mining and industrial environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Proficient in MIG, TIG, SMAW, FCAW, Welding practices. 
• Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures
• Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements
• Set up components for welding according to specifications. 
• Perform carbon arc gouging, oxy-fuel cutting, grinding, and fit-up procedures to prepare, repair, and fabricate mining equipment and structural components.
• Apply proper preheat, interpass temperature control, and post-weld practices to ensure weld quality, structural integrity, and compliance with applicable welding procedures and specifications. 
• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead)
• Perform crack repairs and structural reinforcement on mining equipment and components in accordance with company standards, manufacturer specifications, and approved repair procedures.
• Select, prepare, and work with alloy steels, abrasion-resistant (AR) plate, high-strength structural materials, and other materials commonly used in mining equipment repair and fabrication.
• Safely operate welding machines, air arc equipment, cutting torches, grinders, and other fabrication tools and equipment in accordance with established safety procedures and manufacturer guidelines.
• Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent. 

Experience:

• Proven experience as welder
• Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures.
• Experience in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, calipers etc.)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings
• Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves etc.)

Work Location:

• The main office is located at 2730 Mine and Mill Road, Lakeland, FL. 
• Travel to client and customer sites is required. 
• Days and hours of work may vary at times to include some evenings and weekends.

Work Environment:

• This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work vary (Monday – Sunday with some overnight work) and overtime is frequently required.
• The working environment is often in harsh elements (hot / humid and/or cold temperatures, rain, etc.) Industrial environments often have exposure to hazardous chemicals, moving heavy equipment, and other safety-sensitive hazards / risks. Must always be alert and able to safely perform the essential duties of the job without risking harm to oneself or others. 
• Mid-State maintains a firm commitment to providing a safe and healthy work environment for its employees and quality services to its clients. Mid-State is a drug-free workplace. Must be able to pass a post-offer / pre-placement drug screen and job-related employment physicals. Must also submit to a post-offer / pre-employment background check that verifies criminal history. 

Physical Requirements:

Talk/Hear: Must have the ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in one-one dialogues.

Stand/Sit: Must be able to stand for a long period of time.

Walk: Frequently be able to walk distances through the shop and fields.

Use hands/fingers to handle or feel: Often use hands and arms for handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials. Require steady arm and hand control during stationary tasks. Need quick hand and arm movements for grasping, manipulating, and assembling objects.

Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: People in this position frequently need to stoop, kneel crouch or crawl.

See: Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Carry, weight, Lift: The person in this position occasionally be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. 

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