Welder Helper - Camak, GA

at Preferred Materials, Inc. in; Camak (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, disability benefits

Retirement savings plan

Health and wellness programs

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Conrad Yelvington Distributors, a CRH company, is seeking a Welder Helper for the Camak, GA area to support railcar maintenance and fabrication tasks.

The role involves assisting welders, following MSHA safety rules, preparing cars for service, completing maintenance paperwork, and keeping the work area clean.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, at least 1 year in maintenance, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs; weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year in the maintenance field.
• Familiarity with MSHA regulations preferred.
• Experience in welding, acetylene cutting, fabrication and plumbing preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist welder with preparing cars for maintenance and repairs.
• Maintain clean work environment and follow safety regulations.
• Complete maintenance paperwork and communicate needs to management.
• Overtime and weekend work may be required.
• Lift and move heavy parts as needed.

Skills

Welding experience

Acetylene cutting

Fabrication

MSHA regulations familiarity

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Welder Helper - Camak, GA (Construction)

Job ID: 527772

Conrad Yelvington Distributors, a CRH company, supplies and distributes aggregate materials such as granite, river gravel, limestone, natural sand, and more. This rail served aggregate distribution network covers Florida, Southern Mississippi, South Carolina, and Alabama.

The maintenance helper will ensure Health & Safety standards are met by complying with legislation, company policies and promoting a safe work environment and be responsible for assisting with maintenance and repair of railcars as well as other miscellaneous work that needs to be performed. Assists welder with preparing cars for necessary maintenance and repair and with performance of maintenance and repair.

The maintenance helper will be responsible for the completion of the necessary paperwork that is required as well as communicating any maintenance that needs to be completed to management. This person will also be expected to follow all safety regulations set forth by the company. Maintenance helper will also be responsible for maintaining a clean work environment. This includes all equipment as well as the facility.

The Maintenance Helper will be responsible for keeping and turning in the required paperwork for Maintenance needs, Parts and Service Work orders and Invoices, Safety Documentation. In addition, the Helper may be asked to perform a wide range of duties and being willing to help wherever needed. Must be able to lift 50 pounds alone and stand a good part of the day. The Maintenance Helper will be working in a covered shop, in dust and noisy areas. Substantial walking, bending, stooping, lifting or working in awkward or strained positions. Some hazards involved due to working in and around machinery. The mechanic will be asked to work overtime as well as some weekends as business needs determine.

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Minimum of 1 year in the maintenance field.

Familiarity with MSHA regulations (preferred).

Experience in welding, acetylene cutting, fabrication and plumbing (preferred).

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Conrad Yelvington Distributors, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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