Field Welder: On-Site Tower Maintenance & Fabrication

Maguire; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Maguire, a long-standing leader in water storage tanks and elevated towers, seeks a Field Maintenance/Repair Welder to perform on-site welding and fabrication of elevated towers. This role requires extensive travel, adaptability to different work environments, and a strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

You will read blueprints, assist with rigging, operate SMAW and flux-core welding, and ensure proper inspection of rigging equipment while adhering to OSHA and Maguire safety

Qualifications

• Must have ability to read and interpret blueprints and welding specs.
• Excellent understanding of welding safety practices and procedures.
• Ability to travel frequently (out months at a time; multi-state).
• Completion of formal welding apprenticeship or degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• 100% tie-off when working on a water tower.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and welding specifications.
• Assist in unloading equipment/rigging from the maintenance rig.
• Operate/understand all rigging procedures.
• Document and inspect rigging equipment daily.
• Assist in cleanup of jobsite daily and at end of project.
• Communicate with foreman on tasks and daily plan.
• Weld using SMAW (stick) and flux-core welding.
• Monitor welding, burning, and fitting to prevent warp or distortion.
• Prepare, assemble, and tack weld parts and surfaces.
• Adhere to safety policies and OSHA guidelines.

Skills

Read blueprints

Rigging procedures

Welding safety

Communication

Independence

Education

Formal welding apprenticeship/degree preferred

Tools

SMAW (stick) welding

Flux-core welding

Job description

Maguire, a long-standing leader in water storage tanks and elevated towers, seeks a Field Maintenance/Repair Welder to perform on-site welding and fabrication of elevated towers. This role requires extensive travel, adaptability to different work environments, and a strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

You will read blueprints, assist with rigging, operate SMAW and flux-core welding, and ensure proper inspection of rigging equipment while adhering to OSHA and Maguire safety