Welder Fabricator/Mobile Equipment Operator

Arcosa Inc.; Tremont (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Heavy Mobile Equipment Operator / Welder Fabricator to join their aggregates operations team. This exciting dual-role position involves operating heavy machinery and performing welding and fabrication tasks to support production goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical aptitude, safety awareness, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic work environment. If you are looking for a role that combines your passion for heavy equipment and welding with opportunities for career advancement, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

401K with Employer Match

11 paid Company holidays

Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Health & Wellness Programs

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Discount Programs

Professional Training and Development Programs

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in heavy equipment operation and welding.
• Proficient in MIG, Stick, and Arc welding techniques.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy mobile equipment and perform welding duties.
• Maintain safety standards and ensure equipment functionality.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Welding Techniques (MIG, Stick, Arc)

Mechanical Aptitude

Safety Awareness

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Welding or Fabrication Certification

Tools

Cutting Torches

Grinders

Mobile Equipment

Job description

Job Category: Welding

Requisition Number: WELDE011848

Posted: April 23, 2025

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Good Spring, PA 17981, USA

Description

Join Arcosa Aggregates, a company with LOADS of opportunity and stability. Arcosa Aggregates is a leading producer and distributor of construction materials and services. We are unified in our commitment to building a better world through the foundations of roads, bridges, and buildings in our communities across the United States.

Job Posting Title: Heavy Mobile Equipment Operator / Welder Fabricator (No CDL Required)
Plant City, State: Good Spring, PA
Company: Arcosa Aggregates ORV Region
Industry: Mining, Aggregates

Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and safety-driven Heavy Mobile Equipment Operator / Welder Fabricator to join our aggregates operations team. This dual-role position is split evenly between operating heavy mobile equipment and performing welding and fabrication duties. The successful candidate will support production goals by safely and efficiently handling aggregate materials and maintaining mobile and plant equipment through expert-level welding and metalwork.

Day to Day Responsibilities

Heavy Equipment Operation

• Actively promote safety awareness and continuous improvement through positive recognition.
• Comply with all industry safety rules, procedures, and applicable government regulations.
• Operate at least 2 pieces of mobile equipment (haul truck, farm tractor, water truck, rubber tire backhoe, front loader, etc.).
• Operate equipment in quarry and daily hauling of material from mine pit to stockpile, plant, or hopper.
• Perform walk-around pre-shift safety inspections and workplace inspections.
• Identify safety problems or concerns and report unsafe conditions to Supervisor.
• Communicate with load and unload areas, haul materials safely to designated areas, and maintain safe speed.
• Operate a front-end loader to efficiently and accurately load customer trucks and maintain stockpiles.
• Maintain effective communication with supervisors and customers serviced.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Welding & Fabrication

• Perform structural and equipment repairs as a Welder Fabricator (MIG, Stick, Arc) on plant equipment, mobile machinery, and facility structures.
• Fabricate and modify parts, guards, chutes, and frames using cutting torches, grinders, and other metalworking tools.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to complete welding/fabrication projects accurately.
• Ensure all welding and fabrication work complies with safety and quality standards.

About You

Required:

• Minimum 3 years of experience operating heavy equipment in an industrial or aggregates environment.
• Proficient in various welding techniques (MIG, Stick, Arc); ability to pass a weld test if required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with mobile and fixed equipment maintenance.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and adapt to changing priorities.
• Prompt, regular, and predictable attendance.
• Positive, team-based attitude.
• The ability to stand, stoop, bend, lift, walk, climb stairs, ladders, and catwalks up to 60 feet as required.
• The ability to work in varied outdoor environments (cold, hot, dry, dusty, rainy).
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Preferred:

• Welding or fabrication certification (e.g., AWS) or equivalent formal training.
• Experience in a quarry, sand & gravel, or similar industrial setting.
• Familiarity with MSHA regulations and safety best practices in an aggregates environment.
• Ability to operate additional machinery such as forklifts, skid steers, or manlifts.

Working Conditions and Physical Environment

• Regular exposure to outside weather conditions, noise, vibration, dust, and uneven surfaces.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for long periods, bend, stoop, climb ladders, and work at heights.
• May require use of PPE including welding helmet, gloves, and hearing protection.
• While most equipment has air conditioning, there will be times when other responsibilities may require periods of work in all weather conditions.

Benefits

Arcosa is proud to offer competitive benefits and programs to help you and your family meet your healthcare and retirement planning needs. The various benefits offered to employees based on eligibility may include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 401K with Employer Match
• 11 paid Company holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Health & Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Discount Programs
• Professional Training and Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within!

The above statements describe the general nature and responsibilities of the position. All employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Arcosa Aggregates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We activate the potential of our people, care for our customers, optimize operations, integrate sustainability, and promote a results-driven culture aligned with long-term value creation.

Qualifications

Experience

Required

3 years:

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