Water Jet Operator

IES Infrastructure; Mount Joy (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

2nd shift premium 15%

401K plan

Job summary

IES is seeking a skilled Water Jet Operator for the Mount Joy, PA area to set up, operate, and maintain Wardjet water cutting equipment. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and adherence to specifications to produce high-quality fabricated parts.

The position is on a 2nd shift (Mon-Thu 3:30-2am) with a 15% shift premium and weekly pay. Candidates should be detail-oriented and able to follow routing requirements and use overhead cranes as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of waterjet operation on 2-5 axis systems.
• Ability to read blueprints and shop orders.
• Proficiency with fractions and decimals.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate water cutting machines as per daily specifications.
• Maintain a productive workflow to meet production goals.
• Accurately record work activity on routing and material sheets when required.
• Safely and efficiently operate tow motors and overhead cranes.
• Identify and report issues, including quality concerns or non-conforming material reports (NCMRs).

Skills

Blueprints interpretation

Fractions/Decimals

Measuring tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Wardjet

Job description

Water Jet Operator

2nd shift (Monday-Thursday 3:30-2am)

Earn 15% more by working on 2nd shift

Weekly Pay

Job Summary

Greiner Industries is seeking a skilled Water Jet Operator who is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining water cutting equipment (Wardjet) in a safe and efficient manner. This role requires attention to detail, adherence to safety protocols, and the ability to produce high-quality fabricated parts according to specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate water cutting machines as per daily specifications.
• Maintain a productive workflow to meet production goals.
• Accurately record work activity on routing and material sheets when required.
• Safely and efficiently operate tow motors and overhead cranes.
• Identify and report any issues, including quality concerns or non-conforming material reports (NCMRs), to the Department Lead, Supervisor, and Quality team.

Job Locations

US-PA-Mount Joy

Company Overview

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2025 fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over $3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 10,200 employees at over 174 domestic locations across the United States.

Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions:

• Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it
• Competitive Pay
• Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
• Company Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
• Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
• Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
• Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs

EEO Statement

EEO & Afficative Action

The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company’s obligations as a contractor to the United States government.

View Your Equal Employment Opportunity rights under the law. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal; Conozca sus Derechos: La Discriminación en el Lugar de Trabajo es Ilegal

Disability Accommodation

IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at [phone] or any IES office to request assistance.

IES Participates in E-Verify/IES participa en el programa E-Verify

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Right to Work/Ley de Derecho al Trabajo

English/Español

Onsite

Required Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop orders, and written instructions.
• Proficiency in working with fractions and decimals.
• Skilled in using measuring tools such as tape measures, calipers, and micrometers.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years experience operating 2-5 axis waterjet.