Helper

WIRC - Western Industrial Resources Corporation; Apache Junction (AZ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance and disability

Job summary

Western Industrial Resources Corporation is seeking a construction/industrial helper to assist journeymen on-site. You will follow directions, stay equipped with necessary tools, and perform duties that support efficient welding and fabrication tasks.

The role requires 1–2 years in related fields, strong organizational and communication skills, reliability, and physical capability to work in varied spaces with safety as a priority. Competitive benefits accompany the position.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in construction, industrial, or related fields
• Excellent organizational, time management and communication skills
• Reliability, teamwork, professionalism, ability to multi-task and attention to detail
• Physically capable of bending, lifting, climbing, and working in elevated or confined spaces

Responsibilities

• Take directions from supervisor or journeyman to who the helper is assigned to
• Be in your work area and fit for duty (including tools) as long as journeyman is performing work that helper is assisting with
• Notify assigned supervisor or journeyman if helper needs to leave his work area
• Learn and understand the proper use of tools and equipment, keep them readily available and use them effectively with minimal supervision
• Pay attention to task and anticipate the next step to complete the job efficiently
• Maintain consumables on hand to be replaced when needed (oxygen, acetylene, grinding discs, fuel, welding rod, etc.)
• Perform other duties required by management that pertain to this craft

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Take directions from supervisor or journeyman to who the helper is assigned to
• Be in your work area and fit for duty (including tools) as long as journeyman is performing work that helper is assisting with
• Notify assigned supervisor or (journeyman) if helper needs to leave his work area
• Learns and understands the proper use of tools and equipment, keeps them readily available in the work area, and uses them effectively with minimal supervision
• Pay attention to task at hand and anticipate the next step to complete the job efficiently
• To have consumables present and at hand to be replaced when needed such as oxygen, acetylene, grinding and cutting discs, fuel for welding machines, welding rod, etc.
• Any other job duties that are required by management that pertain to this craft.

Prerequisites To Qualify For This Position

• 1-2 years of experience in construction, industrial, or related fields
• Excellent organizational, time management and communication skills.
• Reliability, teamwork, professionalism, ability to multi-task and attention to detail are essential.
• Physically capable of bending, lifting, climbing, and working in elevated or confined spaces.

Quality Of Work Required

• Must have definable and notable amount of work experience in the field as to which craft he will be assisting.
• Must have certain minimum number of tools as to qualify for craft helper position applying for.
• Maintain a professional attitude, appearance, and work ethic on the jobsite
• Perform work safely, correctly, and efficiently at all times
• Show initiative by staying engaged, prepared, and ready to assist without constant supervision

Safety Requirements

• Use all required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Follow Federal, State, company, and client safety rules and procedures.
• Participate in job hazard analyses and daily safety meetings.
• Report unsafe conditions, incidents, and near misses immediately.
• Maintain a safe and alert working environment at all times.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage: $21-$26 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.