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Model Makers, Metal and Plastic

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  • Machine Operator
    Liberty Awning and Shades    Phoenix, AZ 85004
     Posted about 17 hours    

    Learn a new trade and work in the A/C, no experience necessary, we will train you! Local leading manufacturer for over 20 years has positions available for responsible and motivated Machine Operators to build residential awnings and patio covers.

    These positions offer:

    $17.00 per hour to start with opportunities for advancement and bonuses
    * Health Insurance, bonuses paid holidays paid sick times and paid vacation
    * Work hours are Monday -- Friday 6:00am to 2:30 pm with overtime
    * No overnight travel -- all work local

    These positions require:

    *Great attitude, work ethic and willingness to learn
    * Ability to work independently in the field without close supervision
    * Must Pass a background check
    * Must pass math and measuring test at time of application
    * Must pass physical screening and e-verify

    APPLY IN PERSON between 8:00 am and 2:00 or for earlier, later or Saturday times call Jared at 602-762-8387.

    At: Liberty Awnings and Shades, 450 E Watkins St., Phoenix, AZ 85004


    Seniority Level

    Entry (student)

    Industry

    Construction & Architecture

    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Fabricator
    Mcfarland Machine and Engineering    Tempe, AZ 85283
     Posted about 20 hours    

    Sheet Metal Fabricator
    Fabricator with the ability to program and operate an Amada Laser, programming with Master Cam software, Omax Water Jet using the onboard Omax software and produce fabricated parts using Amada press breaks to bend parts to specified tolerances.
    Responsibilities include:
    • Program and operate Amada Laser using Master Cam software
    • Load and unload laser and water jet with forklift
    • Setting up laser with correct cut conditions
    • Producing and verifying first article parts
    • Program and operate Omax water jet
    • Setting up press breaks for bending sheet metal
    • Producing first article fabricated parts
    • Maintaining all fabrication equipment
    • Monitoring consumable levels and re-ordering as needed
    • Working with shop helpers to assist with production runs
    • Organizing work flow through fabrication department
    • Checking and verifying materials availability and certification


    Seniority Level

    Some work experience (up to 5 years, non-manager)

    Industry

    Applied Technology

    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Fabricator (1st Shift)
    Valmont Industries, Inc.    Tucson, AZ 85702
     Posted 5 days    

    1501 S Euclid Ave Tucson Arizona 85713

    **_Why Valmont_**

    **We’re Here to Move the World Forward.**

    Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.

    Join a _Fortune_ 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. _We are the modern workforce_ . Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now.

    **A Brief Summary of This Position:**

    Valmont Industries is a leader in communications infrastructure solutions including towers, small cell and concealment products. The position of Fabricator will be responsible for the layout, assembly, and finish of architectural structures of various styles used in the telecom industry as concealment for wireless communication equipment. Each concealment structure is uniquely designed to fit the customer’s needs and the preferred candidate would be able to read and interpret blueprints, then use the skills and tools of the trade to bring the desired structure to life.

    **Essential Functions:**

    The key essential functions, responsibilities and requirements of this role are:

    + Planning, layout, and assembly of the designed structure (frame walls, install FRP, plywood, etc., and finish to specs)

    + Ability to stand for long periods, climb, pull and lift heavy objects safely

    + Ability to wear all required PPE including a respirator

    + Keep workplace clean, tidy and safe

    + Occasional use of material handling equipment such as forklift and overhead crane (training provided)

    + Attention to detail

    + Good communication skills

    + Help with other tasks as needed (i.e., sand, paint, package, etc.)

    + Ability to work with others as a team

    **Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):**

    + Read blueprints and schematics to ensure project accuracy

    + Frame structural members in a plumb, level and square manner

    + Ability to operate tools such as saws of various types, drills and drill presses, grinders and various other hand/power tools safely

    + Ability to access the quality of building materials such as wood, FRP, conventional materials, composites, etc.

    + Cut, shape, and smooth building materials such as lumber and FRP

    + Assess quality of work and correct, repair, rebuild, etc. as needed to meet quality standards

    + Ability to read a tape measure to 1/32”

    **Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:**

    + 2+ years of professional carpentry experience a plus

    + Experience using advanced, fast setting adhesives

    **Working Environment and Physical Efforts:**

    Work is typically performed in a manufacturing environment in a non-climate-controlled facility with occasional outdoor work. The incumbent is regularly required to stand for extended periods of time. Environment is fast paced and demanding most of the time. No travel requirements for this position.

    **Benefits**

    Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:

    + Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)

    + 401k retirement plan with company match

    + Paid time off

    + Employer paid life insurance

    + Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave

    + Work Life Support

    + Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year

    + Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

    Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email [email protected].


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Welding/Fabrication Technician
    Smyth Industries    Tucson, AZ 85702
     Posted 5 days    

    This position allows all levels of experience

    Overview

    Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a bright future. It takes an exceptional team of Welders/Fabricators working behind the scenes to help solve complex problems and build capacity for the future.

    Smyth Industries Welding/ Fabrication Division is currently searching for an individual with Water Infrastructure Industry experience as a Welding/Fabrication Technician to help enhance our current team. We provide full-service electrical, civil, manufacturing, engineering and general contracting services for the water and reclamation industry.

    The ideal candidate will foster teamwork and create a positive work environment in a fast-paced industry, while helping our Arizona clients engineer, rehabilitate, manufacture and construct water distribution and treatment infrastructure.

    If you are looking for an organization who invests in their employees, has a culture of community and belonging that allows their people to be their best, and allows you to bring your authentic self to work while achieving purpose-driven work, then we need inspired people like you to join us in our pursuit of building the future.

    About Us

    Smyth Industries, Inc. has been serving the water and reclamation industry throughout Arizona and the Southwest since the company’s inception as Smyth Steel Manufacturing in 1980. We’ve grown from our steel tank fabrication and specialty manufacturing origins, into a full-service water and reclamation industry General Contractor specializing in end-to-end solutions including Storage Tanks, Pump and Water Wells, Pressure and Surge Vessels, Industrial Coatings, Electrical and Controls, and Engineering.

    Let’s build something together!

    Benefits

    We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefit package that includes, Individual Retirement Plan (IRA), Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short and Long-Term Disability, Life insurance, and Monday-Thursday (4 days/10-hour days).

    In your job, you will have the ability to make a difference in the water and reclamation industry by:

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    + Exhibit technical knowledge and experience in the welding and fabrication trade experience.

    + Provide effective project communication, both orally and in writing.

    + Ability to understand and work from shop drawings.

    + Ability to thrive in a team environment and work with other divisions.

    + Complete nonroutine task as assigned.

    + Maintain tools, vehicles, and equipment and keep parts and supplies in order.

    + Perform skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled laboring duties related to installation, maintenance, and repair of a wide variety of welding and fabrication tasks.

    + Reassemble equipment, using hand tools.

    + Ability to select tools to complete daily job tasks.

    + Proficient in the use of basic hand tools to perform daily job functions: screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, cordless drills, hand operated saw, level, grinders, etc.

    + Fabricating water tanks in the field or shop using common arc welding techniques such as tig, arc, mig, spray transfer, and spot.

    + General site clean-up, digging trenches, staging material, or all other duties as assigned.

    People

    + Mentor field staff to develop ways to more efficiently complete assigned tasks while building a strong team environment.

    + Develop a team relationship with other divisions sharing resources to successfully complete projects on time and under budget.

    + Establish and maintain working relationships with owners, agencies, subcontractors, inspectors, etc., providing customer service to develop long-term partnerships with client base and stakeholders.

    + Mentor field staff to develop ways to more efficiently complete assigned tasks while building a strong team environment.

    + Develop a team relationship with other divisions.

    + Ability to lead a team, complete project assigned tasks, while working under minimal supervision

    Ability to thrive in a team environment and work with other divisions

    Minimum Qualifications

    + 1-4 years of welding and fabrication experience.

    + Maintain the appropriate certification for the specific welding techniques required for the job used in the field or shop (2G, 3G, 4G, 5G or 6G).

    + Proficient in all the following tasks: tank layout, installing tank appurtenances, welded pipe field connections, etc.

    + Knowledgeable in the following welding techniques and use of machines: tig, arc, mig, spray transfer, and spot

    + Knowledgeable in the use of common metal fabrication equipment i.e.: rollers, man lifts, telehandlers, jacks, come along, porta power, dolly, crane, press brake, etc.

    + Working knowledge of OSHA regulations

    + Self-motivated, task-oriented, leader

    + Required to possess a valid driver's license and legally be able to operate a company vehicle.

    + Required to pass a preemployment drug screening.

    + Must be able to physically perform all required duties which may include bending, lifting 50-pound objects, carrying 50-pound items, squatting, climbing ladders, working in confined spaces, working outdoors most of the time, or standing for prolonged periods of time.

    + Required to wear company supplied Personal Protective Equipment.

    + The applicant should be comfortable working around industrial equipment.

    + Be comfortable frequently working at heights and in confined space while following all necessary safety procedures.

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Strong knowledge in water and reclamation construction

    + Speak Spanish

    Competencies

    + Demonstrates Adaptability: Handles daily work challenges confidently; is willing and able to adjust to multiple demands, shifting priorities, ambiguity, and rapid change; shows resilience in the face of constraints, frustrations, or adversity; demonstrates flexibility.

    + Uses Sound Judgement: Makes timely, cost effective and sound decisions; makes decisions under conditions of uncertainty.

    + Shows work commitment: Sets high standards on performance; pursues aggressive goals and works efficiently to achieve them.

    + Teamwork: Employ personal strengths, knowledge, and talents to compliment others. Exercise the ability to compromise and be adaptable. Collaborate with others to achieve common goals. Build strong, positive working relationships with supervisor and team members/coworkers. Provide conflict resolution while maintaining a strong team environment.

    + Commits to Quality: Emphasizes the need to deliver quality products and/or services; defines standards for quality and evaluated products, processes, and services against those standards; manages quality and improve efficiencies.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Welder & Fabricator
    Aerotek    Mesa, AZ 85213
     Posted 7 days    

    **Description:**

    Structural welder working on large mining machines. Welders will be working inside of a large bay (swamp cooled) repairing huge mining excavators. Welders will be repairing structural flaws in equipment that happen through normal wear and tear of equipment use. Will be welding AR400 and AR500 steel one day and softer steel the next day. Could spend time gouging out welds. Will be using fabricating skills on a daily basis, reading prints and shop drawings and expected to communicate well with peers and supervisors.

    **Skills:**

    Mig welding, structural welding, blueprint reading, Mig welder, Mig, Fabrication, Welding, Weld, Tig, Fitting, Flux core, mining equipment

    **Top Skills Details:**

    Mig welding,structural welding,blueprint reading

    **Additional Skills & Qualifications:**

    Welding on mining equipment previously.
    3-5 years in structural welding
    experience with AR 400-600 steel (hardened steel)
    MSHA certifications are a bonus but not required

    **Experience Level:**

    Entry Level

    **About Aerotek:**

    We know that a company's success starts with its employees. We also know that an individual's success starts with the right career opportunity. As a Best of Staffing® Client and Talent leader, Aerotek's people-focused approach yields competitive advantage for our clients and rewarding careers for our contract employees. Since 1983, Aerotek has grown to become a leader in recruiting and staffing services. With more than 250 non-franchised offices, Aerotek's 8,000 internal employees serve more than 300,000 contract employees and 18,000 clients every year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in talent solutions. Learn more at Aerotek.com.

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Branch Manager- Nucor Rebar Fabrication- Phoenix
    Nucor Steel Auburn, Inc.    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted 8 days    

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    Competitive Salary (In Addition to applicable Bonus Plans and Nucor Profit Sharing) Relocation assistance is available. A full benefits package, including Medical/Dental/Vision insurances; Life Insurance, Paid Vacation and Holidays; 401k and Stock Purchase Plan with Employer Match, College Tuition Reimbursement and College Tuition Scholarship program for dependents of teammates.

    Nucor Rebar Fabrication is seeking applicants for our Branch Manager position located in Phoenix, AZ. We are North Americas leading fabricator, installer and distributor of concrete reinforcing steel and related products. Teammates are the key to our success and every teammate can and does make a difference. We prioritize safety in everything we do. A career at Nucor Rebar Fabrication means stability, being heard and respected, and opportunity for personal and professional growth. Nucor, our parent company, is a Fortune 100 company recently named Fortunes best workplace in Manufacturing and Production. Nucor is committed to being good stewards of the environment and is constantly striving to find new and innovative ways to decrease our carbon footprint. Each branch of Nucor Rebar Fabrication works together as a team to be the best in the business. Were looking to add a hardworking teammate with integrity and problem-solving skills.

    Purpose: Safety is the most important part of our jobs within Nucor; therefore, the Branch Manager must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times. The role of the Branch Manager is to provide strategic leadership and operational management for their branch and field placing operations. The Branch Manager is an integral part of the Nucor Rebar Fabrication structure and works closely with the Commercial team on executing the business strategy.

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    Responsibilities:

    Create a Safety First culture in the Branch. Lead operations, detailing, placing, and project management teams to ensure safety and maximize production and profitability. Proactively drive change within the organization. Understand and promote that change is constant and we will continually strive to improve our processes workplace effectiveness. Read, interpret, explain and consistently apply complex regulations and polices related to; Safety compliance, Environmental compliance, Purchasing requirements, Employee Relations, and best practices. Select, lead, and develop people of different backgrounds to execute the companys objectives. Proactively drive change and improve facility efficiency and effectiveness by managing improvement in operations and equipment reliability. Read, interpret, and understand financial statements with the ability to project the impact of decisions on the financial results of an operation. Provide clear and thorough written and verbal communication of issues and opportunities and deliver recommended solutions. Represent the organization in our local communities. Collaborate with other departments, regions, and Branch Managers to support business objectives. Maintain awareness of rebar market dynamics and manage people, inventories, and production operations to support strategic initiatives. Communicate significant market data to Commercial group and General Manager. Lead and promote workplace behaviors consistent with Nucor values and core competency expectations.

    Minimum Requirements:

    Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future. Bachelors degree in business or engineering discipline with min of 2 years experience in a business environment required: OR Five years of reinforcing steel detailing, fabrication, placing or related steel industry experience, with demonstrated leadership ability and business management concepts.

    Preferences:

    Rebar or construction industry experience a plus. OSHA 30 Industrial and Construction Safety Certification. Effective communication skills across all levels of teammates within the organization. Experience interfacing with customers and providing customer service. Strong verbal and written communications skills Intermediate computer skills required in Microsoft products.

    What You Need to Know:

    Extended hours may be required during peak production. Occasional travel may be necessary.

    Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disabled/Vets and a drug free workplace


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Fabricator
    EMCOR Group    Kingman, AZ 86409
     Posted 9 days    

    **Description**

    **Who We Are:** Shambaugh & Son L.P., a wholly-owned indirect subsidiary of EMCOR Group, Inc., is a customer-driven, single-source, self-performing construction/engineering firm. We specialize in the Design-Build method of construction resulting in fast-track delivery of the project improvements to our customers. We are one of the largest specialty contractors in the U.S. and the only one with all eight M.E.P (Mechanical, Electrical, Process, Automation, Refrigeration, HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection) design and installation capabilities in-house. We perform more than $1 billion of construction projects per year with over 3,000 employees throughout 50 states from our home office in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

    Our success has been driven by our ability to attract and retain dedicated, knowledgeable and seasoned professionals to become part of the Shambaugh team, as we continue to build on our 90+ year Shambaugh success story.

    At Shambaugh, we recognize people as our most important resource and it is our mission to produce the industry’s highest level of quality services and productivity on every project in order to develop repeat customers, maximize return on investment, and provide professional growth opportunities for people in the organization.

    **Job Summary:** Progressive Pipe is seeking a Fabricator in our fire fabrication shop in Kingman, AZ. In this position, you will be responsible for fabricating pipe for fire protection systems by cutting, threading, weld checking each pipe and then bundling pipe for each job.

    **Essential Duties and Responsibilities:**

    + Use various machinery

    + First and second shift available

    + Study and interpret assembly instructions

    + Listen to directions from supervisors

    + Fabricate and assemble pipe per instructions

    + Read parts list and determine if all parts are present

    + Assemble tools, materials, and various components

    + Interpret measurements

    + Verify specifications

    + Ensure all parts are fitted and screwed in properly

    + Resolve assembly and production issues, with managements assistance

    + Troubleshoot malfunctions and perform repairs as needed

    + Ensure working environment is clean and safe

    + Report errors in production

    + Other duties as assigned

    **Qualifications:**

    + Read a tape measure down to a ¼”.

    + Be dependable

    + Good attendance and a positive attitude are critical for this position

    + Good work ethic and a willingness to learn

    + Must be able to communicate ideas, thoughts, etc. both verbally and in written form

    + Must be able to work Saturday (will count against attendance record if missed).

    + Must be 18 years or older

    + Attention to detail

    + Ability to follow directions and communicate with others

    + Ability to push, pull, or lift up to 50 lbs regularly

    + Ability to stand, bend, twist, and walk for 8-12 hour shifts

    + Ability to pass a drug test

    **Notice to prospective employees: There have been fraudulent postings and emails regarding job openings. EMCOR Group and its companies** list open positions here. (https://recruiting.ultipro.com/EMC1002EMCGI/JobBoard/cc563430-39f7-4c82-bdfe-62f295bd857a/?q=%22Shambaugh+%26+Son%22&o=relevance&w=&wc=&we=&wpst=) **Please check our available positions to confirm that a post or email is genuine.**

    **EMCOR Group and its companies do not reach out to individuals to help with marketing or other similar services. If an individual is contacted for services outside of EMCOR's normal process -- it is probably fraudulent.**

    **Shambaugh is deeply committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for all its job applicants and employees. We seek to employ qualified persons in all job classifications and to administer all personnel actions affecting our employees without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, ancestry, or genetic information. Individuals with a disability, disabled and other protected veterans and any other characteristic protected by applicable law will be given the fullest consideration for employment in positions for which they are qualified. We also are committed to making reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability as well as abiding by any and all state and local laws, which in addition to the above prohibit discrimination in any form.**

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    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Cage Fabricator
    Jensen Precast    Tucson, AZ 85702
     Posted 10 days    

    **Cage Fabricator**

    **Job Details**

    **Level**

    Experienced

    **Job Location**

    Tucson - Tucson, AZ

    **Position Type**

    Full Time

    **Salary Range**

    $18.00 - $20.00

    **Job Shift**

    Day

    **Description**

    **WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING**

    The Rebar Cage Fabricator is a key position in our Tucson location. You will be creating steel cages based on production drawings while working in the area of the production facility. The structural integrity and quality of our products depends on you doing your job correctly.

    Reporting to the Production Supervisor, you’ll primarily work with the cage fabrication, quality control and production teams.

    A highlight of your day-to-day will include:

    + Reading production drawings to determine size of mesh, rebar needed for each fabricated cage.

    + Tying reinforcing rebar together per specifications with hand tools.

    + Ensuring reinforcing steel/rebar is set correctly per quality control standards.

    + Maintaining a safe and clean work environment.

    **Qualifications**

    **WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR**

    You’re enthusiastic and motivated in a fast-paced environment. Paying attention to detail comes natural to you and you always double check your work.You don’t take shortcuts because quality is important to you. You’re safety conscious not just for yourself, but for your team.We’re open to individuals who aren’t just looking for their next job, they’re looking to build a career. You want an opportunity to showcase your skill set with a solid company who will invest in you. In our culture – everyone matters.

    **ALL ABOUT JENSEN PRECAST**

    Much like you, our founder, Don Jensen was looking for a way to support his family, so he started his Company in 1968. Since founded, we’ve been supporting communities across Nevada, California, Arizona, Washington, and Hawaii.

    Jensen Precast likely has an impact on your daily life. We build culverts to take water away from your neighborhoods, underground utility boxes to hold cables, and manholes to allow workers access to the sewers deep below the roads we drive on. And that’s just a small sample of what we do at Jensen on a daily basis.

    When you work at one of Jensen’s many locations, you will enjoy the close relationships and camaraderie of a small company while being part of a larger, well-established, growing company.

    We are committed to ensuring employment practices that promote equal opportunities.

    Please let us know if you require any reasonable accommodations during your interview process.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Field Welding/Fabrication Technician
    Smyth Industries    Tucson, AZ 85702
     Posted 11 days    

    This position allows all levels of experience. This position is in the field and requires travel.

    Overview

    Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a bright future. It takes an exceptional team of Welders/Fabricators working behind the scenes to help solve complex problems and build capacity for the future.

    Smyth Industries Welding/ Fabrication Division is currently searching for an individual with Water Infrastructure Industry experience as a Field Welding/Fabrication Technician to help enhance our current team. We provide full-service electrical, civil, manufacturing, engineering and general contracting services for the water and reclamation industry.

    The ideal candidate will foster teamwork and create a positive work environment in a fast-paced industry, while helping our Arizona clients engineer, rehabilitate, manufacture and construct water distribution and treatment infrastructure.

    If you are looking for an organization who invests in their employees, has a culture of community and belonging that allows their people to be their best, and allows you to bring your authentic self to work while achieving purpose-driven work, then we need inspired people like you to join us in our pursuit of building the future.

    About Us

    Smyth Industries, Inc. has been serving the water and reclamation industry throughout Arizona and the Southwest since the company’s inception as Smyth Steel Manufacturing in 1980. We’ve grown from our steel tank fabrication and specialty manufacturing origins, into a full-service water and reclamation industry General Contractor specializing in end-to-end solutions including Storage Tanks, Pump and Water Wells, Pressure and Surge Vessels, Industrial Coatings, Electrical and Controls, and Engineering.

    Let’s build something together!

    Benefits

    We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefit package that includes, Individual Retirement Plan (IRA), Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short and Long-Term Disability, Life insurance, and Monday-Thursday (4 days/10-hour days).

    In your job, you will have the ability to make a difference in the water and reclamation industry by:

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    + Exhibit technical knowledge and experience in the welding and fabrication trade experience.

    + Provide effective project communication, both orally and in writing.

    + Ability to understand and work from shop drawings.

    + Ability to thrive in a team environment and work with other divisions.

    + Complete nonroutine task as assigned.

    + Maintain tools, vehicles, and equipment and keep parts and supplies in order.

    + Perform skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled laboring duties related to installation, maintenance, and repair of a wide variety of welding and fabrication tasks.

    + Reassemble equipment, using hand tools.

    + Ability to select tools to complete daily job tasks.

    + Proficient in the use of basic hand tools to perform daily job functions: screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, cordless drills, hand operated saw, level, grinders, etc.

    + Fabricating water tanks in the field or shop using common arc welding techniques such as tig, arc, mig, spray transfer, and spot.

    + General site clean-up, digging trenches, staging material, or all other duties as assigned.

    People

    + Mentor field staff to develop ways to more efficiently complete assigned tasks while building a strong team environment.

    + Develop a team relationship with other divisions sharing resources to successfully complete projects on time and under budget.

    + Establish and maintain working relationships with owners, agencies, subcontractors, inspectors, etc., providing customer service to develop long-term partnerships with client base and stakeholders.

    + Mentor field staff to develop ways to more efficiently complete assigned tasks while building a strong team environment.

    + Develop a team relationship with other divisions.

    + Ability to lead a team, complete project assigned tasks, while working under minimal supervision

    Ability to thrive in a team environment and work with other divisions

    Minimum Qualifications

    + 1-4 years of welding and fabrication experience.

    + Maintain the appropriate certification for the specific welding techniques required for the job used in the field or shop (2G, 3G, 4G, 5G or 6G).

    + Proficient in all the following tasks: tank layout, installing tank appurtenances, welded pipe field connections, etc.

    + Knowledgeable in the following welding techniques and use of machines: tig, arc, mig, spray transfer, and spot

    + Knowledgeable in the use of common metal fabrication equipment i.e.: rollers, man lifts, telehandlers, jacks, come along, porta power, dolly, crane, press brake, etc.

    + Working knowledge of OSHA regulations

    + Self-motivated, task-oriented, leader

    + Required to possess a valid driver's license and legally be able to operate a company vehicle.

    + Required to pass a preemployment drug screening.

    + Must be able to physically perform all required duties which may include bending, lifting 50-pound objects, carrying 50-pound items, squatting, climbing ladders, working in confined spaces, working outdoors most of the time, or standing for prolonged periods of time.

    + Required to wear company supplied Personal Protective Equipment.

    + The applicant should be comfortable working around industrial equipment.

    + Be comfortable frequently working at heights and in confined space while following all necessary safety procedures.

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Strong knowledge in water and reclamation construction

    + Speak Spanish

    Competencies

    + Demonstrates Adaptability: Handles daily work challenges confidently; is willing and able to adjust to multiple demands, shifting priorities, ambiguity, and rapid change; shows resilience in the face of constraints, frustrations, or adversity; demonstrates flexibility.

    + Uses Sound Judgement: Makes timely, cost effective and sound decisions; makes decisions under conditions of uncertainty.

    + Shows work commitment: Sets high standards on performance; pursues aggressive goals and works efficiently to achieve them.

    + Teamwork: Employ personal strengths, knowledge, and talents to compliment others. Exercise the ability to compromise and be adaptable. Collaborate with others to achieve common goals. Build strong, positive working relationships with supervisor and team members/coworkers. Provide conflict resolution while maintaining a strong team environment.

    + Commits to Quality: Emphasizes the need to deliver quality products and/or services; defines standards for quality and evaluated products, processes, and services against those standards; manages quality and improve efficiencies.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Shop Fabricator/Welder
    Sletten Companies    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted 17 days    

    Resolute Performance Iron is currently looking for structural fitters. General responsibilities and qualifications listed below.

    Shop Fabricator/Welder Scope and Responsibilities

    + Use MIG welding equipment to manufacture parts and assemblies in accordance with AISC and job specific standards.

    + Sheet metal fabrication

    + Stainless steel and aluminum welding

    + Supply quality parts and assemblies from jigs and fixtures for the welders to complete.

    + Work on special projects as required.

    + Support QC by taking feedback into their work and making the necessary changes for a quality product.

    + Operate necessary equipment to perform tasks – includes but not limited to cranes, forklifts, mag drills, torches, hand tools, power tools, etc.

    + Arrange parts and pass along important information to welders.

    + Review fabricated assemblies for accuracy against drawings.

    + Participate and attend safety and company meetings.

    + Perform other duties as required by your manager.

    Qualifications

    + Minimum 2 years of experience fitting/welding.

    + Familiar with jigs and fixtures. Familiar with hand and power tools.

    + The ability to read blueprints/engineered drawings.

    + Able to lift and carry 50lbs without assistance.

    + Must pass a drug test and weld test.

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    Employment Type

    Full Time


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