Heavy Vehicle Welder

Heavy Vehicle Welder

Job Summary:

Directly responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, repairing, and welding metal structures, chassis (frames), cargo bodies, trailers, and suspension components of heavy-duty trucks and heavy equipment. This role involves utilizing various welding techniques and equipment while strictly adhering to occupational health and safety (OHS) standards.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks:

* Chassis and Structural Repair: Welding and reinforcing the chassis of heavy-duty trucks, addressing cracks and fractures caused by heavy loads and constant vibration.
* Cargo Body and Trailer Repair: Restoring and welding metal panels, doors, flooring, and side barriers for transport bodies and trailers.
* Application of Welding Techniques: Performing welding operations using:
* Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW).
* Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG/MAG).
* Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG/Argon welding) – as required.
* Oxy-acetylene gas welding and cutting.
* Component Preparation: Cutting, shaping, and aligning damaged or new metal parts, and securing them with clamps prior to the welding process.
* Reading Blueprints and Drawings: Interpreting workshop drawings and engineering schematics for metal components and precise measurements.
* Preventive and Corrective Maintenance: Periodically inspecting metal joints and performing necessary reinforcements for vehicle-related mechanisms and equipment. • Implementing safety standards: Adhering to the use of personal protective equipment (welding helmets, heat-resistant gloves, and safety footwear) and securing the work environment against fire hazards or harmful flying debris.