Responsibilities

Level I

Assist senior welders with crane repair and fabrication work

Perform basic SMAW and GMAW welding under supervision

Clean, prep, and grind materials before and after welding

Read simple blueprints and welding symbols

Operate basic shop equipment and hand tools

Maintain clean and safe work areas

Follow all company safety requirements

Learn crane structural components and repair procedures

Level II

All Level I duties, plus:

Perform basic structural repairs with minimal supervision

Weld carbon steel components using GMAW, SMAW, and gouging processes

Repair cracks, worn sections, and damaged crane assemblies

Read drawings and welding procedures independently

Conduct basic fit-up and layout work

Operate grinders, torches, plasma cutters, and fabrication equipment

Assist senior welders on larger scale repair jobs

Complete quality inspections on finished welds

Operate overhead cranes and rigging equipment safely

Documentation of performed work (Service Report, Photos, Expense Report, Timesheet).

Responsible for the proper storage/handling of steel tubes, plates and lacings.

Perform damage inspections with assistance

Responsible for the proper and safe storage/handling of High/Low pressure gas tanks/bottles.

Level III

All Level II duties, plus:

Perform complex structural crane repairs and rebuilds

Weld critical load-bearing crane components

Interpret metric engineering drawings and repair procedures

Perform gouging, crack repairs, and structural reinforcement

Train and mentor lower-level welders

Knowledge in performing NDT

Operate overhead cranes and rigging equipment safely

Work with engineering to resolve repair challenges

Perform field welding repairs as required

Successfully completes all required weld tests and maintains ability to perform welding practices.

Prepares for travelling to jobsites as required (Tooling, Material, travel organization, etc…).

Perform damage inspections with accuracy

Mentors Levels 1-2

Level IV (Curriculum Development Team Lead)

All Level III duties, plus:

Lead repair welding crews on crane rebuild projects

Ensure compliance with welding procedures and quality standards

Coordinate with managers and customers

Ability to perform difficult structural and component repairs

Review repair scopes and material requirements

Conduct weld inspections and documentation reviews

Mentors Levels 1-3

Competencies

Level I

0–1 years of welding or fabrication experience

Technical school or welding certification preferred

Basic understanding of welding safety and shop practices

Basic weld quality

Safe tool handling

Ability to follow instructions

Basic measuring and layout skills

Level II

1–2 years of welding and fabrication experience

Experience in heavy equipment, structural steel, or crane manufacturing preferred

AWS D1.1 Certified Welder

Demonstrated proficiency as Level I, plus:

Ability to pass visual weld inspections

Understanding of heat distortion and weld sequencing

Moderate blueprint interpretation skills

Ability to work independently on standard repairs

Level III

3–5 years of heavy structural welding experience

Extensive crane, heavy equipment, or industrial repair experience

Demonstrated proficiency as Level II, plus:

Advanced GMAW/SMAW welding proficiency

Ability to weld in multiple positions

Strong understanding of metallurgy and preheat requirements

Ability to identify structural defects and repair solutions

Level IV

5+ years of structural welding and crane repair experience

Leadership or crew lead experience preferred

Demonstrated proficiency as Level III plus:

Expert-level structural welding ability

Strong leadership and communication skills

Advanced blueprint and fitting abilities

Additional Requirements:

Travel domestically and internationally up to 80% of the time

Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver license, T.W.I.C. card and passport.

Ability to work overtime as well as on weekends or on call duty.

Our Offer

An interesting and ambitious role in a successful international company. We offer a secure work environment with a comprehensive benefits package that includes major medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K plan with company match, paid vacation and personal days and competitive salary.

Have we awoken your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application. If you have any questions, please contact Nicole Alden.

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The company

In line with its international growth, Liebherr’s venture into the United States began in 1970. Within a couple of years, the company expanded and completed its production facilities in Newport News, Virginia, for its product line of hydraulic excavators. It was later converted into Liebherr’s manufacturing facility for mining trucks and remains home to Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News, Co. In addition to its production facility, Liebherr markets a wide variety of products and technologies through its companies located across the United States. The companies are Liebherr-Aerospace Saline, Inc., Liebherr Gear Technology, Inc., Liebherr Automation Systems, Co., and Liebherr USA, Co., the umbrella company for 12 product segments that are positioned across the United States.