Tank Trailer Technician/Welder at Dean Foods in Portales, New Mexico

Job Description:

Job Title



Tank Trailer Technician/WelderLocation



Portales, New MexicoDescription




SEMO West (owned by Dairy Farmers of America) is a tank trailer repair facility that also offers inventory of related parts for Sale.



General Purpose:



This 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.



Job Duties and 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, allowing for welding shrinkage, stock thickness, and any other component specifications


• Locate and mark bending lines, allowing for machine stretching, 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


• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required.Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements



An Equal Opportunity Employer



Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required


• 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
  
  
  • general knowledge of air and spring ride suspension systems
  
  
  • general knowledge of ABS and diagnostics
  
  
  
  


• Certification and/or License – N/A

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 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


• May occasionally require overnight travel


• Must be able to read, write and speak English

Pay Range



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