Master Welder & Boilermaker

Asarco Llc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

ASARCO LLC is seeking a Master Welder & Boilermaker to support heavy iron, custom fabrication, and real-world problem-solving on our mobile and structural maintenance teams. You will tackle high-stakes welding and structural repairs on massive surface mining gear—from giant electric shovels and blast hole drills to haul truck fleets and critical shop construction projects.

Join a skilled crew that values precision, durability, and downtime reduction.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years heavy industrial welding experience or state-approved apprenticeship preferred.
• Boilermaker/Welder Certification (Vertical & Overhead) highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Expert metalwork & metallurgy to analyze structural failures and determine welding procedures.
• All-position welding and fabrication from blueprints or field layouts.
• Design, layout, fit and fabricate structural steel and high-wear components.
• Safely operate shop and field equipment including cranes and forklifts.
• Maintain safety culture and MSHA/OSHA protocols; work with automated haulage tech.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

All-position welding

Blueprint reading

Metal fatigue analysis

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Overhead cranes

Boom trucks

Forklifts

Precision measuring tools

Job description

We are seeking aMaster Welder & Boilermakerwho thrives on heavy iron, custom fabrication, and real-world problem-solving.

In this role, you will be the backbone of our mobile and structural maintenance operations. You’ll tackle high-stakes welding and structural repair on massive surface mining gear—fromgiant electric shovels and blast hole drillstohaul truck fleetsand critical shop construction projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Expert Metalwork & Metallurgy: Analyze structural failures, evaluate metal properties, and determine the exact welding procedures required for long-lasting, high-stress repairs.
• All-Position Welding & Fabrication: Execute high-integrity welds in all positions (Vertical, Overhead, MIG, TIG, Air Arc, and Wire Feed) directly from blueprints, schematics, or custom field layouts.
• Mastery of the Craft: Design, layout, fit, and fabricate structural steel and high-wear components with minimal supervision.
• Rigging & Heavy Support: Safely operate high-capacity shop and field equipment, including overhead cranes, boom trucks, forklifts, and precision measuring tools.
• Safety & Autonomy: Champion a strict safety culture, completing MSHA/OSHA protocols and operating safely around cutting-edgeAutonomous Haulage Equipment.

Requirements

Experience & Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Background: Technical school training, 1–2 years of related heavy industrial welding experience, or completion of a state-approved apprenticeship preferred.
• Certifications: Boilermaker/Welder Certification (Vertical and Overhead Welding) highly preferred.

Technical & Personal Skills:

• Proven Technical Skill: Expert proficiency inMIG, TIG, Air Arc, and Wire Feedprocesses on heavy plate, structural steel, and specialized alloys.
• Blueprint Precision: Ability to read, interpret, and build directly from complex engineering schematics and structural blueprints.
• Problem-Solving Mindset: A keen diagnostic eye for identifying metal fatigue, stress failures, and structural wear.
• Grit & Agility: Strong physical stamina to excel in a dynamic, heavy industrial environment, paired with solid time-management skills to balance multiple high-priority tasks.
• Safety-First Culture: Commitment to completing MSHA safety requirements, environmental awareness training and interacting with automated haulage tech.

ASARCO LLC provides equal opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, familial status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by local, state, or federal law(s).

Candidates must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check and pre-employment physical including a drug screen.

Pay Type

Hourly

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

ASARCO LLC provides equal opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, veteran status, familial status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by local, state, or federal law(s).

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