Welder/Line Boring Specialist

Seeking a Welder/Line Boring Specialist to join our team. As a Welder/Line Boring Specialist you will perform maintenance duties at the aggregates shop which includes but is not limited to welding and fabrication, mechanical maintenance, and general labor. The candidate must have specific knowledge of moving machinery parts and the dangers they pose. Individual must possess advanced skills in fabrication and plant maintenance.

Why apply?

• Competitive wages.
• Opportunities for overtime.
• Company provided benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, disability, Company paid life and disability benefits, paid vacation, and 401K.

About the Role

Responsibilities:

• Perform line boring operations on heavy equipment including excavators, loaders, haul trucks, and other machinery
• Set up and operate portable line boring equipment to restore worn pin bores to OEM specifications
• Conduct welding and fabrication repairs on buckets, blades, arms, frames, and attachments
• Build up worn areas using appropriate welding techniques prior to machining
• Measure and maintain proper tolerances, alignment, and concentricity
• Diagnose wear patterns in pins, bushings, and bores and recommend corrective action
• Perform field repairs as needed, including work in outdoor and jobsite environments
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain clean, organized work areas
• Communicate repair status and needs with supervisors and equipment managers
• Document work performed, including measurements and materials used

About You

We Require:

• 3 years of experience in line boring and welding on heavy equipment
• Strong knowledge of yellow iron components (excavators, loaders, dozers, etc.)
• Proficiency in MIG, Stick (SMAW), and Flux Core welding
• Experience using portable line boring machines and precision measuring tools
• Ability to read and interpret prints, schematics, and tolerances
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Valid driver’s license (CDL a plus depending on field work requirements)

• Experience with on-site/field line boring setups
• Familiarity with OEM specs (e.g., Caterpillar Inc., Komatsu, Deere)
• Basic machining knowledge (boring bars, cutting tools, setup alignment)

• Experience working in aggregates, construction, or mining environments
• • Work performed in shop and field environments, including exposure to weather, dust, and noise
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks
  • Frequent standing, bending, climbing, and working on/around heavy equipment

• About Us

Each day brings new challenges, and we make sure you are prepared for it all. Our dedication to continual improvement and hands-on training ensures you are ready for the many new experiences and challenges that you will face.

We Offer:

• A friendly and team-oriented work environment, with a supportive management team.
• Hands-on training for our employees and opportunities for advancement.
• A company dedicated to continuous improvement.

Ready to Apply?

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QUIKRETE® Heavy Construction Materials is an equal opportunity employer committed to developing a workforce with well-qualified individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, transgender status, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, status with regard to public assistance or any other characteristic/status protected by law. QUIKRETE® Heavy Construction Materials is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment testing as a condition of employment. If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact the QUIKRETE® Heavy Construction Materials Recruiting team at (404) 634-9100.