Tank Trailer Technician/Welder

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.

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