WELDER at Carter Machinery – Chesapeake, Virginia

Carter Machinery
Location: Chesapeake, VA 23320, USA
Category: Service
Posted Date: March 25, 2026
Requisition_Number: WELDE006264
Schedule: Full Time

EOE Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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We are currently offering a $1,500 sign-on bonus for Welder new hires, payable after 90 days of employment.

Carter Machinery Company, the authorized Caterpillar dealer serving Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and Washington D.C. is hiring a Welder in Chesapeake, Virginia. The Welder is responsible for assisting with fabricating new components and welding, fabricating, retrofitting, and repairing metals and other weldable materials by applying appropriate welding techniques. Seeking candidates with a High school diploma or GED, required; Minimum one year experience welding and fabricating on heavy equipment with portable machines; Experience using precision instruments (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, etc.), preferred.

Requirements for the Welder position include:

• Required skills include welding, boring, fabricating, designing, salvaging and building-up equipment and/or components. General welding and fabrication using gas, stick, MIG and TIG welding. Ability to learn how to use precision instruments (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, etc.) is required.
• Self-starter able to work with limited supervision.
• Must be able to operate, drive and maneuver construction equipment to perform needed repairs.
• Certificate of technical training and/or knowledge in welding and machinery
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• 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.
• Strong mechanical and design abilities; must be able to apply knowledge of parts, components and equipment.
• Proficient computer and mathematical skills.
• Must have an excellent driving record.
• Must be able to work additional hours as needed to meet business and customer demands.
• Must be able to positively interact with supervisor and to understand problems and concerns relating to a repair.
• Must be able to perform job in sometimes stressful situations due to circumstances.
• Must be able to work as an integral part of a team.
• Must be able to perform under stress and/or in emergencies.
• Must be able to perform in situations requiring speed and deadlines.
• 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 Welder job, including frequently sitting for extended periods of time. The employee is regularly required to 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 employees must routinely lift and/or move 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.