Welder Helper

Phillips Tank & Structure; Kailua (HI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Annual pay reviews

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

Phillips Tank & Structure is seeking a full-time Welder Helper in Kailua, Hawaii. The role includes operating various tools and equipment and maintaining safety standards.

Ideal candidates are must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma, able to lift 50 lbs, and will comply with background and drug testing. Benefits include competitive pay, health insurance, and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition.
• Unload fabricated steel products and tools from trucks.
• Inspect and rig equipment such as aerial work platforms.

Skills

Ability to work with power tools

Communication skills

Basic math and measuring skills

Attention to detail

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Oxy-fuel and plasma cutting equipment

Electric and pneumatic tools

Job description

Welder Helper

We are currently looking to hire a full‑time Welder Helper.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Use the following tools and equipment: tape measure, square, straight edge, level, rasp, chalk line, sledgehammer, burning torch, welding equipment, chipping hammer, fitting gear, come‑a‑longs, jacks, chain falls, material handling equipment, inspection equipment, hoists, hammers, pry bar, fit‑up bar, wrenches, key plates, bull pins, wire rope slings, shackles, hand wire brush and cribbing blocks. Powered hand tools, including grinders, chipping and peening guns, wire brushes, saws, and impact wrenches.
• Set up and use oxy‑fuel or plasma burning equipment to cut or trim plate and structural steel.
• Use oxygen/acetylene torch for cutting metals or to gouge.
• Operate electric and pneumatic power tools such as grinders, wire brushes, and chipping guns. Perform basic and preventative maintenance functions on power equipment.
• Use grinder and other hand or power tools required to grind, bevel, or fit metals together, and remove slag.
• Use hand tools such as shovels, brooms, scrapers, hand brushes, files, etc.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follow prescribed safety procedures.
• Unload fabricated steel products and tools from trucks.
• Hook‑on or move material around the field site by hand or with the assistance of a forklift or crane.
• Align, fit and tack steel shapes together utilizing temporary erection gear, fit‑up (pry)bars, and sledgehammers.
• Erect and dismantle temporary scaffolding used in steel plate construction.
• Inspect, set up, use, break down and rig equipment such as aerial work platforms (spider buggies), elevated work platforms, and staging.
• Have knowledge of safety equipment: hardhat, safety glasses with side shields, full body harness with double lanyard, earplugs, respiratory protection, gloves.
• Be able to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Clean work area, machines, tools, and equipment.
• Work at heights (up to approx. 100 ft) accessed via ladders to scaffold platforms.
• Perform duties of safety/Firewatch as needed.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Be eligible to work in the United States.
• Pass a criminal background check.
• Have a valid driver’s license and reliable, insured transportation.
• Have good communication skills.
• Have ability to work in a safe and professional manner.
• Be willing to travel anywhere at any time.
• Have good attendance and show up to work on time every day.
• Be willing to work at elevated heights and in confined spaces.
• Be willing to work in harsh weather conditions.
• Have strong basic math and measuring skills.
• Be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Be willing to authorize background and motor vehicle driving record checks.
• Be willing to submit to pre‑hire, random, and post‑incident drug and alcohol testing.
• Have an eye for quality and strong attention to detail.
• Be self‑motivated and eager to learn and improve.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with annual reviews.
• Health, dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Great culture of teamwork, learning and development.
• You’ll be part of a team where you matter.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.