Welder / Fabricator (2nd shift)

Ziegler CAT has an opening for a full-time, Welder to perform repairs and fabricate heavy construction and mining equipment at our Altoona branch. SEE YOURSELF AT ZIEGLER Founded in 1914, Ziegler is a third-generation, family-owned CAT dealer with over 2400 employees across 30+ locations in Minnesota, Iowa and northern Missouri. Since day one Ziegler has had the same philosophy- if the customer is successful- then Ziegler will be successful. That is why Ziegler is committed to providing employees with the best possible work environment and the right tools for career development. This means great benefits, work/life balance, and ongoing professional development and training. Fulfill your calling by starting a career with Ziegler today! The pay range for this position is $27.00 to $45.00 Starting wage is dependent on skills, experience, education and location. Pay range may vary by 10% depending upon the applicant’s location. Along with competitive pay, full time positions are benefits eligible which includes: Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance 15 days of PTO your first year, accrual starts day 19 paid holidays401(k) plan with company contribution and matchHSA (Health Savings Account), Ziegler contributes up to $1000 tax-free each yearShort-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, FSA & EAPPaid Parental Leave & Funeral LeaveFitness membership discountEducation AssistanceSafety Boot Reimbursement, PPE & Uniforms providedTool Insurance Safe, clean and friendly work environment Responsibilities Perform welding and fabricationMaintain equipment such as dressing welding electrodes, oiling/greasing, machine settings, changing of tooling, and other adjustments as necessaryDocument work orders in a complete and timely manner to ensure a high level of customer satisfactionWork safely at all times, following company policies, procedures and standardsWork collaboratively and assist other technicians as needed regarding troubleshooting repairsParticipate in ongoing training to enhance mechanical skills and grow product knowledge Qualifications 2-year technical college degree/certificate in welding or related field; or high school diploma/GED and 2 years of comparable welding experienceAble to operate spot welder, arc welder, plasma TIG welder, MIG welder, cutting torch, power grinder, power sander, hand-tools, bandsaw, drills, temporary fixturing devices, and other metal-fabrication equipmentAble to read dimensional blueprints – preferred but not requiredExperience with gauging and measuring preferredAbility to write and communicate effectively and interact with supervisors, customers and team membersBasic computer skills to document work orders and utilize online diagnostic systemsOwn mechanic tool set – preferred but not requiredAbility to maintain a safe and clean work environmentThis role is deemed safety sensitive and requires the ability to successfully complete a pre-employment drug test Minimum Physical Requirements Push/pull up to 50 lbsLift/carry up to 60 lbsLift bulky objectsStanding, walking, using hands, talking, hearing, neck rotation, trunk rotation, stair climbing, ladder climbing, repetitive bending, kneeling, sustained squat, forward reaching, overhead reaching, supine overhead reaching, crawling, bin lift, high steps, fingering/grasping – able to use bolt box.Working Conditions may be indoor and/or outdoor. Noise level may be loud at times. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Ziegler Inc. will reasonably accommodate the known disabilities of qualified disabled individuals. At Ziegler Inc. we’re committed to equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.