Welder

WEIR; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Weir invites applications for a Welder role in Elko, NV, onsite. The position focuses on MIG welding for large mining buckets and heavy equipment components, with blueprint interpretation and strict safety practices. Candidates should demonstrate capability with air arc, grinders, torches, and plasma cutters.

Join a global engineering leader pursuing sustainable mining solutions. Weir offers a dynamic environment with emphasis on safety, craftsmanship, and career growth in a heavy fabrication

Qualifications

• MIG welding on large mining buckets and heavy equipment components.
• Read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols.
• Inspect welds for quality and adherence to specs/procedures.
• Adhere to zero-harm safety culture and use appropriate PPE.

Responsibilities

• MIG weld heavy fabrication and repairs on mining buckets and related equipment.
• Read blueprints and set up welds per drawings and symbols.
• Operate grinders, torches, and plasma cutters to prepare and finish welds.
• Inspect and document weld quality and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Safety compliance

Air arc usage

Tools

Grinders

Torch

Plasma cutter

Air arc equipment

Job description

WelderWeir ESCOElko, NVOnsitePurpose of Role: The Welder will be responsible for heavy fabrication and repair work, specifically on large mining buckets and related industrial equipment. They should have a strong background in welding thick materials, structural components, and wear parts, with a focus on safety, precision, and durability.Why choose Weir:Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.Key Responsibilities:MIG Welding: Perform MIG welding on large scale mining buckets and heavy equipment components. Conduct structural repairs, rebuilds, and modifications using appropriate welding techniquesBlueprint Reading: Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and welding symbolsMechanical Aptitude: Operate heavy-duty fabrication tools including grinders, torches, and plasma cutters.Quality Inspection: Inspect welds for quality and compliance with specifications as determined by blueprintsSafety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications:Ability to use and run an air arcMust pass a welding test to be considered for hireFounded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.#ESCO#LI-MC1Pay: $25.00 - $32.00 per hourWork Location: In person