Welder

Weir Minerals U.S.; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career development and learning

Access to global inclusion networks

Regional and team-specific benefits

Sharebuilder scheme

Wellness support for you and your fami

Collaboration with global teams

Study support

Job summary

Weir Minerals U.S. in Elko, NV is seeking a Welder for onsite work focused on MIG welding of large mining buckets and heavy equipment components. This role emphasizes heavy fabrication, precision, and durability.

You will read blueprints, interpret welding symbols, operate grinders and plasma cutters, and ensure welds meet specifications. A welding test is part of the process, with minimal travel. Join a safety‑driven team committed to quality and continuous learning in a global mining

Qualifications

• Proven experience in MIG welding, especially on thick materials and structural components.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols accurately.
• Mechanical aptitude with experience operating fabrication tools including grinders, torches, plasma cutters, and air arc equipment.
• Successful completion of a welding test as part of the hiring process.

Responsibilities

• Welding Operations: Perform MIG welding on large-scale mining buckets and heavy equipment components, focusing on heavy fabrication and repair work.
• Blueprint Interpretation: Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and welding symbols to accurately execute welding tasks according to specifications.
• Mechanical Fabrication: Operate heavy-duty fabrication tools such as grinders, torches, plasma cutters, and air arc equipment to support welding and repair activities.
• Quality Assurance: Inspect welds for quality and compliance with specifications as determined by blueprints, ensuring all work meets safety and durability standards.
• Travel Requirements: Minimal travel expected; primarily onsite work at the Elko, NV facility.
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.

Skills

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Fabrication tools

Welding test

Tools

Grinders

Torches

Plasma cutters

Air arc equipment

Job description

Welder

Location - Elko, NV

Work Arrangement - Onsite

What we do at Weir

We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet's future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining.

Make your impact

You'll play a key role in solving real-world challenges. You'll apply your skills to deliver results that matter whether that's through engineering, planning or customer support. You'll work with purpose, learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.

What you'll do

• Welding Operations: Perform MIG welding on large-scale mining buckets and heavy equipment components, focusing on heavy fabrication and repair work. Daily tasks include structural repairs, rebuilds, and modifications using appropriate welding techniques to ensure precision and durability.
• Blueprint Interpretation: Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and welding symbols to accurately execute welding tasks according to specifications.
• Mechanical Fabrication: Operate heavy-duty fabrication tools such as grinders, torches, plasma cutters, and air arc equipment to support welding and repair activities.
• Quality Assurance: Inspect welds for quality and compliance with specifications as determined by blueprints, ensuring all work meets safety and durability standards.
• Travel Requirements: Minimal travel expected; primarily onsite work at the Elko, NV facility.
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.

What you'll bring

Must-haves

• Proven experience in MIG welding, especially on thick materials and structural components.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols accurately.
• Mechanical aptitude with experience operating fabrication tools including grinders, torches, plasma cutters, and air arc equipment.
• Successful completion of a welding test as part of the hiring process.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working with large mining buckets or heavy industrial equipment.
• Knowledge of safety standards and best practices in heavy fabrication environments.
• Familiarity with wear parts and repair techniques specific to mining equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Why join Weir?

We live our values we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high, and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes.

We're passionate about our purpose to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world-class engineering, materials science expertise, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions incorporating our signature technologies.

We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We're working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Career development and learning support
• Access to global inclusion networks
• Regional and team-specific benefits
• Sharebuilder scheme
• Wellness support for you and your family
• Collaboration with global teams
• Study support

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