General Labor

WIRC - Western Industrial Resources Corporation; Apache Junction (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Job summary

Western Industrial Resources Corporation is seeking an entry-level helper to assist skilled craft workers on an industrial construction site. You will follow directions from foremen and experienced teammates and may work across related trades as training allows.

This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and the ability to learn quickly on a busy site, with PPE requirements and a willingness to work long hours in varying conditions. Potential for advancement as you gain experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Experience in industrial/construction environments is preferred (1–3+ years).
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist skilled craft workers in performing assigned duties.
• Take direction from higher-skilled workers or foreman.
• Learn and understand safety hazards related to the work.
• Learn to safely use or operate tools and equipment.
• Eliminate waste and improve task efficiency.
• Maintain positive working relationships within the crew.
• Produce high-quality work safely and efficiently.
• Provide feedback to ensure materials, tools, and information are available.

Skills

Math skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

Assist skilled craft workers in performing their assigned duties. Work in other crafts at levels appropriate to training and skills as requested by project supervision. Must have the ability to take direction from a higher-skilled worker or foreman.

Key Responsibilities

• Effective Math skills - add, subtract, multiply and divide.
• Eliminate WASTE such as waiting, rework, transporting, material storage and time.
• If unsure about any aspect of the work or issues regarding safe practices, ask a supervisor before continuing.
• Learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work.
• Learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment.
• Look for opportunities for improvement in all tasks, means and methods regarding the work and be willing to learn from others.
• Maintain positive working relationships with all members of the crew.
• Produce high-quality work, safely and productively at all times.
• Provide feedback to ensure all materials, tools, equipment and information is available for the work.

Minimum Job Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent is also preferred.
• One year experience (level I), two years' experience (level II) and three plus years' experience in the industrial/commercial construction industry is preferred (but not required).
• Possess effective verbal and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel-toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)
• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
• May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis
• May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors
• Move in and around confined, cluttered and uneven areas.
• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
• Will climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
• Will lift, push or pull objects up to 50Ibs. on an occasional basis
• Work up to a 12-hour shift doing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outside conditions.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage: $20-$24 per hour, based on qualifications and experience
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility
• Voluntary Life insurance and Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Equal Opportunity Employer

Western Industrial Resources Corporation is an EEO/AA (equal opportunity/affirmative action) employer and considers all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, martial or parental status, age, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other status protected by law.