Carbide Hardfacing Technician

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Apply tungsten carbide and wear-resistant materials to metal components using approved welding and hardfacing processes.
• Perform carbide brazing, hardfacing, overlay welding, and related repair techniques.
• Repair and rebuild worn industrial parts, tools, and equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, specifications, and technical drawings.
• Prepare materials and surfaces for welding, brazing, and hardfacing operations.
• Set up, operate, and maintain welding and fabrication equipment.
• Inspect completed work for dimensional accuracy, quality, and adherence to specifications.
• Perform grinding, cutting, fitting, finishing, and polishing operations as required.
• Monitor welding parameters and maintain process quality standards.
• Follow all company safety procedures and OSHA regulations.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Document production activities, repairs, and quality inspections.
• Collaborate with supervisors and team members to meet production schedules and customer requirements.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in welding, hardfacing, fabrication, or industrial maintenance preferred.
• Knowledge of welding processes including TIG, MIG, Stick, or oxy-fuel techniques.
• Experience working with carbide products, hardfacing materials, or wear-resistant coatings preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring instruments.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in physically demanding environments.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.

Preferred Qualifications

• Welding certification from AWS or equivalent organization.
• Experience with tungsten carbide applications.
• Experience in mining, oil and gas, construction, manufacturing, or heavy equipment industries.
• Forklift and overhead crane experience.
• Fabrication and machining experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Understanding of welding metallurgy and wear-resistant materials.
• Ability to use grinders, torches, cutting equipment, and welding machines safely.
• Strong attention to detail and quality control.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills.
• Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing, fabrication, or industrial shop environment.
• Exposure to heat, noise, dust, welding fumes, and moving equipment.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) required at all times.
• Frequent standing, bending, lifting, climbing, and manual dexterity required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry materials up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand, arm, and upper-body movements.
• Adequate vision, hearing, and hand-eye coordination to safely perform required tasks.

Equal Opportunity Employer