Field Welder 1

Beitzel Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Short/Long term disability

Paid time off and holidays

Lodging provided & per diem for out-of

town travel

Job summary

Beitzel Corporation in Kentucky is seeking an industrial welder to perform on-site welding, fabrication and repairs across multiple industries. This hands-on role requires problem solving with minimal drawings, traveling to job sites and occasional night shifts.

You will gain diverse experience in SMAW and GTAW welding, layout, reading blueprints, and using related hand and power tools. Benefits include ESOP ownership, weekly pay, lodging and per diem for out-of-town work.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of industrial welding experience or trade-school program completion preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to weld components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions preferred.
• Possess SMAW (Stick) welding skills and GTAW (TIG) welding skills – testing required.
• Ability to recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to welding, including cutting torches.
• Possess a strong mechanical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide non-certified welding services to construction trades and to various projects.
• Learn skills such as concrete work, rebar, masonry, welding, carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical, rigging, excavation, ditching, trenching.
• Learn to weld using SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, and oxy-acetylene cutting.
• Learn to layout steel for fitting/fabrication.
• Learn to read welding blueprints.

Skills

Welding experience

Driver's license

SMAW (Stick) welding

GTAW (TIG) welding

Mechanical knowledge

Blueprint reading

Tools

Cutting torches

Job description

Position Overview

In this exciting role, you’ll use your welding expertise to solve on‑site design and functionality challenges for our customers. You’ll be working on a wide variety of welding, fitting, and fabrication tasks—often working without plans or drawings, coming up with creative, solution‑based fixes on the fly. This hands‑on role is perfect for someone who loves working in the field, thinking on their feet, and tackling new challenges every day.

Your work will span multiple industries, including industrial construction, manufacturing, power plants, and commercial sites, giving you the chance to work on diverse and impactful projects. From making repairs to installations and alterations, you’ll play a crucial role in delivering quality solutions to our customers.

We’re looking for someone with a basic understanding of industrial welding and a general knowledge construction. You’ll also need to be flexible and ready to travel to various job sites, working out of town and adapting to extended hours, including weekends, holidays, evenings, and even night shifts when needed.

What You'll Do

• Provide non-certified welding services to construction trades and to various construction, industrial and mechanical projects
• Learn a variety of skills such as concrete work, rebar, masonry, welding, carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical, rigging, excavation, ditching, trenching, etc. as required
• Learn to weld using different techniques such as SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, and oxygen acetylene cutting
• Learn to layout steel for fitting/fabrication
• Learn to read welding blueprints

Working Conditions

• Sit, talk, hear, read, and write
• Regularly walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Perform duties on‑site and underground at industrial locations
• Work in extreme temperature conditions and environments
• Perform work at a variety of heights

What You'll Bring

• 1+ year of industrial welding experience or trade-school program completion preferred
• Valid driver’s license required
• Ability to weld components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions preferred
• Possess proven SMAW (Stick) welding skills and GTAW (TIG) welding skills – testing required
• Ability to recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade, including cutting torches, required
• Possess a strong mechanical knowledge

How We'll Support You

WE ARE NOW EMPLOYEE OWNED

Employees are beneficial owners through an ESOP (Employee Stock Option Plan) that works through a qualified retirement plan.

Perks/Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits
  • Health/Life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short/Long term disability
  • Paid time off and holidays
• Paid lodging, per diem, and transportation provided for out‑of‑town work
• Employee focused work environment
  • On‑the‑job mentoring and training
  • Internal job postings
  • Performance and salary reviews
  • Employee feedback program
• Safety‑first and drug free work environments
  • Bonuses and incentives for working safely
  • Company provided tools and basic safety equipment
  • PPE allowances with no restrictions on vendors
• Weekly pay with premium pay for Sundays and holidays
• Advancement through defined employee career paths
• Financial tools/programs to help employees reach financial goals, manage money, get out of debt, and save for the future
• Scholarship opportunities for dependent children

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

This position requires the completion of a thorough background and pre‑employment drug and alcohol screening. In accordance with The Company’s Drug and Alcohol policy, employees are required to participate in random, post‑accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing as requested.

AAP/EEO StatementThis Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities without regard to any protected classes under applicable law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

ADA Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Min

USD $18.00/Hr.

Max

USD $22.00/Hr.

About Us

Beitzel Corporation is an Industrial Construction and Service Company with over 50 years of experience in the Energy, Mining, Industrial Construction, Aggregate, and Renewables Industries. The Corporate Headquarters are located in Grantsville, MD with several offices throughout the country. Are you looking for a place to expand your skills and grow in a career? Our company promotes continuous learning, diverse work opportunities, and flexibility. We also provide defined career path advancement, full benefits, and a variety of apprenticeship/continuing education programs. We pride ourselves on the versatility of our skillsets and the variety of services that we provide to our customers. We maintain a high level of respect and dignity for our employees, customers, and for the communities that we serve. We have always held a high regard for providing a flexible work-life balance for our employees and we will continue to do so. We are a diverse and rapidly growing company that is continually on the lookout for emerging markets and opportunities. As an employee, the keys to success are maintaining a positive, can‑do attitude and a strong sense of ambition and safety. These key attributes have contributed greatly to the success of our company and to the advancement of our workforce. Openings for experienced workers and training for entry level positions are always available. Start a career with us today!