Alamo Group Inc.

Overview

The Welder A position involves fabricating and welding steel components for grapple trucks, loaders, and knuckle boom loaders using MIG welding processes. The role requires reading engineering drawings and ensuring weld quality meets industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG (GMAW) welding on carbon steel and structural components used in heavy equipment manufacturing.
• Weld structural assemblies including truck frames, loader arms, mounting plates, outriggers, and grapple support structures.
• Interpret and follow engineering drawings, blueprints, welding symbols, and work instructions.
• Prepare materials for welding by cutting, grinding, beveling, and cleaning metal surfaces.
• Set up and operate welding machines and related fabrication equipment.
• Inspect welds visually and with measuring tools to verify compliance with specifications.
• Maintain proper weld penetration, bead consistency, and structural integrity of assemblies.
• Operate shop tools such as grinders, torches, saws, clamps, and fixtures.
• Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, and welding safety standards.
• Assist with fitting, tacking, and aligning parts prior to final welding.
• Perform minor rework, grinding, and finishing of welds as required.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area consistent with 5S or lean manufacturing practices.
• Work collaboratively with fitters, assemblers, and quality personnel.
• Meet production schedules and quality standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 2 years of MIG welding experience in a manufacturing or heavy equipment environment.
• Demonstrated ability to read blueprints and welding symbols.
• Experience welding structural steel components.
• Ability to operate welding equipment safely and effectively.
• Basic math skills for measurements and layout.
• Ability to pass a company welding test.