Welder/Fabricator/Mechanic

Dairy Farmers of America • Ocala, FL

8h

About The Position

SEMO Tank (owned by Dairy Farmers of America) sells, leases, and repairs tank
trailers and offers a vast inventory of related parts for resale.

The welder/fabricator/mechanic position is responsible for performing all types
of tank trailer repair including but not limited to mechanical repair, welding,
grinding, polishing, cutting, and fabricating operations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively
• Able to work well with others
• Able to follow directions
• Able to operate required tools and equipment
• Able to perform basic welding for repair and fabrication (mig/tig/stick)
• Able to read and understand technical manuals, procedural documentation, assembly drawings, etc.
• Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to work in confined spaces
• Able to lift over 70 lbs
• Able to work overtime
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

Nice To Haves

• Technical/vocational school graduation, equivalent apprenticeship or work experience preferred
• experience in TIG and MIG welding
• experience in welding of stainless steel, aluminum, and mild steel
• experience with mechanical assembly
• general knowledge of air operated braking systems
• May occasionally require overnight travel

Responsibilities

• Perform cutting, aligning, fitting, and welding operations for repairs/modification or design related to new equipment
• Perform grinding and polishing to 3A standards when required
• Locate and mark work piece cutting and bending lines, allowing for welding and machine shrinkage, stock thickness, and any other component specifications
• Lay out and examine metalwork pieces or stock to be processed to make sure that client specifications are met
• Set up and operate fabricating machines, such as rolls, brakes, drill presses, grinders, and shears, in order to cut, form, drill, bend, and punch
• Perform repairs to air brake and suspension systems
• Inspect, diagnose, repair, and perform preventative maintenance and general repairs to company and DOT standards
• Read and interpret engineering and assembly drawings
• Attend departmental training, such as safety and equipment training
• Handle, position, move, and install materials using arms and hands and manipulating things
• Apply sufficient strength and physical dexterity to perform duties and responsibilities of this job
• Wear PPE at all times and observe health, safety and environmental policies
• Keep track of materials used in order to maintain inventory control
• Properly record time spent and material used on daily work sheets
• Appropriately dispose of damaged materials
• Label and store salvage parts for future reinstallation
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly working area
• Furnish personal hand tools

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED