Welder

Heidelberg Materials; Gaston (SC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical, Dental, Vision

HSA/HRA/FSA

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid leave and holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to service crushers, screens, conveyors and related equipment at our Gaston, SC operations.

You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot, fabricate and repair plant machinery, and work with operations and vendors to complete projects safely.

Travel to field sites as needed and contribute to a strong safety culture in line with MSHA standards.

Qualifications

• Welding and fabrication experience including cutting and repairing heavy equipment.
• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical systems such as crushers and material handling equipment.
• Proficiency with welding, cutting, and use of hand, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools.
• Ability to read manuals, schematics, and technical drawings to complete work effectively.
• Effective communication and teamwork, with ability to train others.
• Flexibility to travel and adapt to field schedules.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain crushers, screens, conveyors, and related equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, and component change-outs to maximize uptime.
• Execute fabrication, installation, and mechanical repairs on plant and field equipment.
• Partner with operations, engineering, and vendors to complete maintenance and improvement projects safely and on time.
• Promote and model a strong safety culture while ensuring compliance with MSHA and company standards.

Skills

Welding and fabrication

Mechanical diagnostics

Maintenance and repair

Read schematics/manuals

Effective communication

Travel flexibility

Tools

Hand tools

Pneumatic tools

Hydraulic tools

Job description

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

What You'll Be Doing

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain crushers, screens, conveyors, and related aggregate processing equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, and component change-outs to maximize equipment uptime
• Execute fabrication, installation, and mechanical repairs on plant and field equipment
• Partner with operations, engineering, and vendors to complete maintenance and improvement projects safely and on time
• Promote and model a strong safety culture while ensuring compliance with MSHA and company standards

What Are We Looking For

• Proven welding and fabrication experience, including cutting, fitting, welding, and repairing heavy equipment and structural components.
• Strong capability in diagnosing and repairing mechanical systems, including crushers and material handling equipment
• Proficiency with welding, cutting, and use of hand, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools
• Ability to interpret manuals, schematics, and technical drawings to complete work effectively
• Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate, train others, and build working relationships
• Flexibility to travel, work varied hours, and adapt to changing operational needs in field environments

Conditions of Employment

• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check
• Some positions require FMCSA regulated ongoing drug and alcohol testing
• Role operates primarily in environments where the conditions include moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise level.

What We Offer

• $27.00 to $30.00 per hour
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions
• Highly competitive benefits programs, including:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits
• Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance
• Paid Bonding Leave, 10 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled