Welder

Heidelberg Materials; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Health Medical, Dental, Vision

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

AD&D

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Bonding Leave

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a skilled welder to join our North American operations. The role focuses on welding and fabrication to repair and maintain plant equipment, with emphasis on safety and reliability in an industrial setting.

You will read blueprints and weld symbols, operate MIG, TIG, and stick welding, and collaborate with maintenance teams to minimize downtime while delivering quality workmanship. On-site work with competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits awaits.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to weld MIG, TIG, and stick safely and accurately.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and weld symbols.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding and fabrication to repair and maintain plant equipment
• Safely operate welding machines, cutting torches, and hand tools
• Inspect equipment and welds to ensure quality and operational reliability
• Identify repair needs and support maintenance activities to reduce downtime
• Follow all safety standards and work collaboratively with plant teams

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Stick welding

Blueprint reading

Teamwork

Safety consciousness

Tools

Welding equipment

Fabrication tools

Job description

Line of Business: Aggregates Welder

About Us

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

Perform welding and fabrication to repair and maintain plant equipment

Safely operate welding machines, cutting torches, and hand tools

Inspect equipment and welds to ensure quality and operational reliability

Identify repair needs and support maintenance activities to reduce downtime

Follow all safety standards and work collaboratively with plant teams

What Are We Looking For

Demonstrated ability to perform MIG, TIG, and stick welding safely and accurately

Capability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and weld symbols

Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Commitment to safety and quality workmanship in an industrial environment

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

Work Environment

Role operates primarily in environments where the conditions include moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise level.

What We Offer

$27.04 to $32.45 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)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• AD&D
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• 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

Company Culture / Future

Zukunft gestalten, Erfolge bauen Heidelberg Materials - dein Sprungbrett in die Zukunft der Baustoffindustrie. Als weltweit führendes Unternehmen der Baubranche stellen wir eines der meistgenutzten Produkte her und ebenen dadurch nicht nur den Weg hin zu einer nachhaltigeren Produktion, sondern auch für deine persönliche Erfolgsgeschichte. Unser mutiger und innovativer Ansatz setzt auf massive CO2-Reduzierung, effiziente Recyclingtechnologien und digitale Lösungen - wir setzen Maßstäbe, die die Branche neu definieren. In unserer global vernetzten und regional verwurzelten Gemeinschaft haben deine Ideen die Kraft, den Menschen von morgen ein Leben von morgen zu ermöglichen. Bei uns gestaltest du nicht nur die Zukunft der Branche, sondern auch deine eigene. Packen wir's an! Heidelberg Materials ist einer der weltweit größten integrierten Hersteller von Baustoffen und -lösungen mit führenden Marktpositionen bei Zement, Zuschlagstoffen und Transportbeton. Wir sind mit mehr als 51.000 Beschäftigten an fast 3.000 Standorten in über 50 Ländern vertreten. Im Mittelpunkt unseres Handelns steht die Verantwortung für die Umwelt. Als Vorreiter auf dem Weg zur CO2-Neutralität und Kreislaufwirtschaft in der Baustoffindustrie arbeiten wir an nachhaltigen Baustoffen und Lösungen für die Zukunft. Unseren Kunden erschließen wir neue Möglichkeiten durch Digitalisierung.