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Field Welder Technician 2 - Line Bore

HOLT CAT
United States, Texas, Waco
Aug 26, 2025
Description

Job Summary: The Field Welder Technician 2 (Line Bore) works independently to perform complex welding repairs, fabrication, torch work, and line boring on heavy equipment and components utilizing Holt, Caterpillar and AWS Welding Procedures, Standards and Codes in both a shop and field environment. This position will lead and direct most aspects of a job as the qualified person when working with others.

The incumbent in this position shall model the following practices daily: 1) Demonstrate alignment with the company's mission and core business values; 2) Collaborate with key internal/external resources; 3) Participate in ongoing self-development.

Essential Functions:



  • Models, promotes, and reinforces the consistent use of HOLT's Values Based Leadership (VBL) tools, models, and processes to ensure alignment with our Vision, Values, and Mission.
  • Executes complex repairs, fabrication, welding (FCAW, SMAW, GTAW) and line-boring on heavy equipment and components in a field or shop environment with little to no supervision.
  • Demonstrates advanced skills with all aspects of cutting metal, layout and fit up tools, blueprints and drawings and all welding processes.
  • Removes, repairs and installs most components on heavy equipment, including undercarriage.
  • Aids in the development, task training, coaching, and mentoring of less experienced technicians around welding and line boring both in the field and the shop.
  • Participates in developing new opportunities, processes, and efficiency gains.
  • Advanced efficiency on SIS, Cat Inspect, Monday.com and other Holt systems.
  • Opens and closes work orders, perform segment maintenance, and add miscellaneous costs when needed.
  • Assists in reviewing and quoting jobs when applicable.
  • Completes most undercarriage repairs with minimal supervision.
  • Works overtime as required by workload and customers' needs.
  • Demonstrates the knowledge and willingness to work in any department that needs assistance.
  • Pursues ongoing self-development on soft-skills, safety training and equipment needed to perform tasks.
  • Recommends and implements new ways of approaching projects.
  • Develops procedures and techniques for performing complex fabrications or repairs.
  • Consults supervisor on purchases.
  • Woks safely at all times while consistently adhering to company policies, procedures and standards internally as well as externally when representing our organization.
  • Performs other duties assigned.



Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Ability to complete most complex welding repairs on steel and steel alloys utilizing FCAW, SMAW, and GTAW processes (all position) and perform complex torch work, cutting and gouging.

* Advanced knowledge of equipment and dimensional tools, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance.

* Advanced knowledge of specification and drawing interpretations.

* Advanced knowledge with current computer software, related hardware, and machine electronic systems.

* Great work habits, accuracy and an exceptional attention to detail and quality of work.

* Advanced technical skills as a qualified welder and fabricator with a demonstrated ability to effectively perform assigned welding tasks.

* Solid verbal and written communication skills.

* Utilizes influencing skills and problem-solving skills with a developing mechanical aptitude.

* Adaptable to changing schedules and exhibits time management skills.

* Ability to follow logical troubleshooting and standard operating procedures when performing welding fabrication and repairs.

* Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a strong work ethic being dependable, reliable, and honest with demonstrated integrity.

* Ability to follow manufacturer and company installation and service guidelines to ensure quality work.

* Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and equipment used in fabrication and welding.

* Required to be a self-starter.

* Ability to read, write, and understand information with the ability to follow directions and procedures.

* Ability to perform complex line-boring jobs and complete complex fabrication jobs solely from blueprints.

* Ability to sharpen drill bits and cutting tools accurately.

* Ability to complete most undercarriage repairs with minimal supervision.

* Ability to remove, repair and install most components on heavy equipment.

* Demonstrates all skills or requirements of lower tech level jobs within the department.

Additional Requirements:

Valid Driver's license required. Must have a clean driving history with no major infractions

Ability to obtain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL Class B or above) within 90 days of start of the position and must have an acceptable driving record.

Ongoing Safety training

Advanced selling skills

Education and Experience:

* Technical training or college courses (Welding Technology) preferred.

* Six or more years required.

* Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) 1" 3G and 4G on both A36 and T1

* Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) 1" 3G and 4G on both A36 and T1

* Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) 3/8" 3G and 4G

* First Aid/CPR; Confined Space Entry; Methane/O2 Deficiency

* MSHA

Supervisory Responsibilities:



  • None


Travel:



  • Required with a potential for multiple overnight stays, 20%-40%.


Physical Requirements:



  • Ability to function, work around and with welding machines, service trucks, mobile cranes, overhead cranes, cutting torches and gauges, fit up and layout tools, forklifts and material handling equipment, hand grinder/sander and air tools.
  • Ability to move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue.
  • Frequently moves materials weighing up to 50 lb., anything more requires a team lift, or a mechanical lift.
  • Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina.
  • Ascends/descends with gradual or continuous progress by oneself using hands/feet while maintaining at least three points of contact to climb up/down ladders and/or equipment.
  • Be able to maneuver safely and work underneath equipment.
  • Routinely reacts to visual, auditory, and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work.
  • Significant amount of time standing and walking; at times kneeling, crouching, stooping, climbing, and reaching.


Work Environment:



  • Requires the use of common protective or safety equipment.
  • Regularly works outdoors around moving mechanical parts and noise level may be loud at times.
  • May be exposed to weather extremes when working outside in conditions that include inclement weather, heat, cold, and moisture/humidity.
  • Exposure to small quantities of chemicals, dust, steam, high-pressure water, and high-speed rotating equipment.
  • Occasionally performs work in cramped spaces and/or high places.
  • Daily interaction with internal/external customers and occasionally interacts with vendors and outside organizations.


Disclaimer: Please note that the above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the incumbents so classified. All incumbents may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as needed.

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Qualifications
Education
Technical/other training of Welding (preferred)
Licenses & Certifications
Commercial Driver's Lic. (preferred)
Skills
  • Welding-Stick (required)
  • Welding-MIG (required)


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