Maintenance Technician - Welder

Activate Global, Inc.; South Dakota; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in energy solutions is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform mechanical and electrical maintenance on plant equipment to enhance efficiency and reliability. The role involves welding and metal fabrication tasks while maintaining adherence to safety standards and procedures. With competitive compensation and benefits, this position plays a key role in supporting clean energy transitions and operational excellence.

Benefits

Relocation assistance

Premium health benefits package

401K plan with employer contributions

Equity compensation in the form of stock options

Industry-leading paid-time-off policy

Qualifications

• 3+ years of directly related welding experience.
• Proficiency in multiple welding processes.
• Skilled in interpreting blueprints and welding symbols.

Responsibilities

• Perform code-compliant welding on various structures.
• Support maintenance activities and plant improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and procedures.

Skills

Proficiency in SMAW

Proficiency in TIG

Proficiency in MIG

Proficiency in FCAW

Understanding of health and safety regulations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical/vocational training

Tools

Welding equipment

Cutting tools

Grinding tools

Job description

Antora builds and deploys thermal batteries to power always-on industrial operations with low-cost energy. Factory-built in the United States, Antora’s modular thermal batteries deliver reliable heat and power, enabling industrial facilities of any size to decarbonize predictably and profitably. Antora is electrifying global industry while supporting U.S. manufacturing jobs, lowering costs for energy consumers, and enhancing the competitiveness of American industry.

We are growing our company with people who put team and mission first, value connection through laughter and joy, and build with humility and openness. We are committed to continue building a diverse, passionate, and creative team dedicated to a future where every industrial facility, everywhere on earth, is powered by abundant, clean, low-cost energy.

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician performs mechanical and/or electrical maintenance on plant equipment to ensure optimal efficiency, reliability, and overall facility condition.

Responds to call-outs as needed to maintain plant availability. Primary responsibility to perform high-quality welding and metal fabrication tasks to support the repair, modification, and structural integrity of plant systems and equipment. While primarily focused on welding projects, they will also support maintenance activities, such as module maintenance, and plant improvement projects.

Supports planning efforts and inventory control by following proper requisition procedures for tools, parts, and supplies. Prepares reports as required by management and plant protocols. Maintains compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, and ensures adherence to plant safety and operational procedures. Actively promotes and maintains a safe and orderly work environment.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform code-compliant welding on piping, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, boiler tubes, ductwork, and support structures
• Execute various welding processes (e.g., SMAW, GTAW/TIG, GMAW/MIG, FCAW) on materials including carbon steel, stainless steel, and specialty alloys
• Fabricate brackets, frames, guards, and other components from shop drawings, isometrics, or field measurements
• Use cutting, grinding, beveling, and forming tools for prep work and post-weld finishing
• Identify opportunities for plant improvements and related maintenance activities, equipment reliability, and safety
• Accountable for tasks where errors can have significant consequences and may not be subject to direct oversight.
• Interpret blueprints, P&IDs, and welding symbols to ensure proper fit-up and weld quality
• Maintain traceability and documentation of weld procedures, repairs, and materials used
• May coordinate and support others in completing assignments within defined schedules and priorities.
• Support outage and turnaround work by preparing, modifying, or replacing large welded assemblies under time-sensitive conditions

Key Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of technical/vocational training is strongly preferred.
• Professional with 3+ years of directly related experience with welding, including a solid understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Proficiency in multiple welding processes: SMAW, TIG, MIG & FCAW
• Skilled in welding carbon steel, stainless steel, and alloy steels used in high-temperature/pressure service
• Experience fabricating and repairing components like:
• Capable of interpreting blueprints, P&IDs, and welding symbols
• Proficient in operating cutting, grinding, and forming tools (plasma cutters, torches, bevelers, etc.)
• Strong understanding of hot work safety protocols, including fire watch, gas testing, and confined space entry

Additional Qualifications Desired

• Hands-on experience with maintenance of industrial steam boilers, battery storage systems, and high temperature fluid loops.
• Experience with boiler operations and steam systems
• Experience with lifting equipment such as telehandlers and small cranes

Relocation assistance, is available. In addition to a competitive hourly rate, Antora Energy’s Total Rewards program includes equity compensation in the form of stock options, a premium health benefits package with life and disability insurance, a 401K plan with employer contributions, flexible spending accounts, and an industry leading paid-time-off policy that features flexible and inclusive holiday observance, as well as paid volunteer time off.

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