Field Welder I

Beitzel Corporation; Coal Center (Washington County); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Field Welder I to join their team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on diverse projects across multiple sectors, including industrial construction and manufacturing. As a Field Welder I, you will utilize various welding techniques and tools to solve on-site challenges, often working without plans or drawings. The position requires flexibility with extensive travel and the ability to work in various conditions. Join a company that prioritizes safety and employee growth, offering comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment. If you are passionate about welding and eager to learn, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with Company Match

Paid time off and 7 paid holidays

Paid lodging, per diem, and transportation for out-of-town work

Weekly pay with premium pay for Sundays and holidays

Scholarship opportunities for dependent children

Bonuses for working safely

On-the-job mentoring and training

Qualifications

• 1+ year of industrial welding experience or completion of a trade-school program preferred.
• Proven SMAW and GTAW skills required, testing will be conducted.

Responsibilities

• Provide non-certified welding services across various projects.
• Learn and apply various construction skills including welding and fitting.

Skills

SMAW (Stick) welding

GTAW (TIG) welding

Mechanical knowledge

Ability to read a tape measure

Communication skills

Dependability

Teamwork

Education

Trade school program completion

1+ year of industrial welding experience

Tools

Welding tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Cutting torches

Job description

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.

Position Overview

Beitzel Corporation is now accepting applications for a full-time Field Welder I. The Field Welder I will utilize welding techniques, fitting and fabrication installations, alterations, and repairs to provide solutions to customer’s on-site design and functionality problems and issues. Most of the weld/fit/fabrication work will be solution-based and done on the fly with no plans or drawings. The scope of the work will extend across multiple industries to include Industrial Construction, Manufacturing, Power Plants, Commercial, Aggregate, Coal, etc.

This individual will have a basic understanding of all aspects of industrial welding and a general understanding of the products and services offered by Beitzel Corporation. This position will require a flexible schedule with extensive travel and out-of-town work and the willingness to work extended hours to include weekends, holidays, evenings, and possible night shifts.

The Field Welder I will report to the Group Manager – Field Welding and Mechanical Services and work primarily out of the Beitzel Corporate location.

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
• Utilize welding tools, hand tools and power tools safely and effectively
• Maintain company tools, equipment, and vehicles in a professional and workman-like manner
• Provide daily operations updates to supervisor

Other Duties

This job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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
• Experience with fitting and fabrication in industrial applications 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
• Experience operating forklift and man-lift preferred
• Must be dependable, trustworthy, possess a positive attitude
• Ability to work well both independently and with others
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to meet deadlines

How We'll Support You

Perks/Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Rx Coverage
  • Life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with Company Match
  • Short/Long term disability
  • Paid time off (as outlined in the applicable Benefit's Summary) and 7 paid 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
• Overtime available as applicable
• Advancement through tailored 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
• Applicant may also receive additional compensation based on the Company and individual's performances

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 Statement

This Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities without regard to any protected classes under applicable law.

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.