Field Machinist/Welder

We are currently offering a $2,000 sign-on bonus for Field Machinist/Welder new hires. $1,000 is payable after 90 days of employment, and the remaining $1,000 is payable after 180 days of employment.

Carter Machinery Company, the authorized Caterpillar dealer serving Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and Washington D.C. is hiring a Field Machinist/Welder. The Field Machinist-Welder is responsible for welding and machining parts on frames, work tools, attachments, bores, undercarriage, engines, hydraulic systems, related power train systems, structural repairs and custom fabrication on customer job sites/locations, or in the shop.

Seeking candidates with a minimum one year field machining experience on heavy equipment and components with portable machines; Experience in salvage related field machining/welding, and experience operating manual and portable machines, a plus; High school diploma or GED, required; MSHA certification for mining sites; Machining and welding certifications, preferred; Certificate of technical training and/or knowledge in machining and welding a plus; 

Requirements for the Field Machinist/Welder position include:

• Must be familiar with standard machining and welding concepts, practices, and procedures.


• Must have tools related to machining and welding trade.


• Must be able to read micrometers, specifications, diagrams or schematics to determine appropriate machining and/or welding process.


• Strong mechanical and design abilities; must be able to apply knowledge of parts, components and equipment.


• Must be familiar with standard machining and welding concepts, practices, and procedures.


• Must have tools related to machining and welding trade.


• Must be able to work with limited supervision and provide guidance to entry level machinists.


• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.


• Must be able to operate, drive and maneuver construction equipment to perform needed repairs.


• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment.


• Excellent organizational and analytical skills and attention to detail.


• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.


• Must be able to operate a forklift.


• Proficient computer skills for ordering parts and referencing orders.


• Strong mathematical skills.


• Must have an excellent driving record.


• Valid CDL required.


• Promote a positive customer experience.


• Uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way.

Physical requirements must be met for the Field Machinist/Welder job, including regularly being required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.  The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or more up to 70 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Additional duties may be assigned.  

Competitive Compensation and Benefits:

• Health, dental and vision insurance.


• Paid time off.


• 401(k), $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%.


• Life and disability insurance.


• In-house training instructors/programs.


• Tuition reimbursement.


• Employee referral bonus program.


• Discounts: cellular phone service, computers, tooling, cars and trucks.

Carter Machinery Co. Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, or any other characteristic protected by law – are encouraged to apply.

Carter Machinery is a drug-free workplace.

*Special rules and restrictions may apply to sign-on bonus eligibility for rehires.