Fabrication Field Tech

Fabrication Field Tech

Performs field fabrication, welding, and mechanical repairs to keep customer equipment running safely and reliably. DEPARTMENT Service REPORTS TO Service Manager LOCATION Assigned Goodfellow Facility DATE 09/25/2026
Position Purpose
The Fabrication Field Tech sets up, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and tears down customer equipment, with a primary focus on mobile rock crushing equipment, conveyors, and related systems. This position works directly at customer sites to minimize downtime, support safe equipment operation, and provide responsive technical service. The technician also instructs customers on proper equipment use and works closely with Service, Parts, Sales, manufacturers, and technical support to strengthen customer relationships.
Responsibilities
• Install components for new builds, including catwalks, liners, chutes, and related structures.
• Repair cracked, broken, and damaged equipment in the field.
• Operate welding equipment, truck cranes, torches, plasma cutters, and related tools.
• Diagnose field problems and use critical-thinking and problem-solving skills to determine effective repair solutions.
• Communicate professionally with customers and provide updates regarding work being performed.
• Take responsibility for completing quality work while maintaining a safe and organized job site.
• Serve as a team lead when needed and help coordinate field work.
Measures of Success • Safe, timely, and high-quality work completion • Customer communication and satisfaction • DOT/MSHA/company safety compliance
Qualifications
• 3 years of welding/fabrication experience required; more experience is preferred.
• Strong stick-welding skills and hands-on fabrication experience.
• Experience working with heavy equipment, aggregate equipment, conveyors, or rock crushers is highly valued.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems and develop practical field solutions.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and able to work with limited supervision.
• Strong communication and customer-service skills.
• Ability to work effectively as a team lead when assigned.
Willingness to periodically work extended hours when project or customer needs require it.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
This position is performed primarily in the field at customer locations, including aggregate operations, rock quarries, above-ground mining sites, construction or industrial sites, and equipment yards. Work may involve heavy equipment, moving machinery, dust, dirt, noise, weather, uneven terrain, grease, oils, and other industrial conditions. The employee must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, climb, reach, push, pull, work around heavy equipment, and safely lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Required personal protective equipment must be worn.
Travel and Schedule
Regular travel within the assigned service area is required. Overnight travel may be necessary depending on customer needs and field assignments; trips are generally fewer than five days at a time. Work schedules may vary based on service demand and may include extended hours. Fabrication Field Techs should be prepared for approximately 40-60 hours per week when business needs require, with schedules varying by assignment.
Safety and Compliance
Goodfellow Corporation | Fabrication Field Tech Updated 09/25/2026
Safety is an essential responsibility of this position. The Fabrication Field Tech must maintain required training and
qualifications, follow company and customer-site procedures, use required PPE, comply with applicable OSHA, MSHA, and
DOT requirements, and report hazards or unsafe conditions promptly.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Goodfellow Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We value different experiences and perspectives and are committed
to a respectful, inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, individual
qualifications, and merit, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.
Other Duties
This job description describes the general nature of the position and is not a complete list of every duty or responsibility. Duties
may change as operational and business needs evolve.