Welder / Maintenance Mechanic Intern

North American Coal; Falkirk (ND); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401K & Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Intern Fees Paid (approval required)

Housing Stipend

Job summary

North American Coal seeks students enrolled in welding or mechanical maintenance programs for coop/intern positions in 2027. Roles run May–Aug (3 months) or May–Dec (8 months). Training includes operating a boom truck, welding truck, forklift and related equipment.

Positions require outdoor work, rotating shifts, and adherence to MSHA and site safety rules. Housing stipend and other benefits are provided; contact points listed for inquiries.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in welding or mechanical maintenance program and in good academic standing.
• Completed a portion of college in the associated field and intends to finish the degree.
• Drivers license required.
• Able to work outdoors in extreme weather and rotate shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist with troubleshooting, routine maintenance and repairs of mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance on draglines, coal shovels and facilities.
• Read and understand blueprints and fabricate parts from them.
• Comply with MSHA regulations and company safety procedures.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Outdoor work ability

Rotating shifts

Steel-toed shoes

Education

Enrolled in accredited welding or mechanical maintenance program

Job description

Job Description

This programme is designed for students currently pursuing an associate or technical degree, who have completed a portion of their curriculum, and will be completing their program after the coop/intern experience. It is not designed for graduates. The successful applicants will be trained to operate a boom truck, welding truck, forklift and other support equipment.

3-month positions (May 2027 through August 2027)
8-month positions (May 2027 through December 2027)

Duties / Tasks

• Assist with troubleshooting, routine maintenance and repairs of mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance on draglines, coal shovels and facilities.
• Read and understand blueprints with the ability to assemble and fabricate parts from them.
• Perform job duties in accordance with MSHA law and regulations, established company safety procedures, and state and federal environmental regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Enrolled in accredited welding or mechanical maintenance program and in good academic standing with the college or university.
• Completed a portion of college in the associated field of study and intents on completing the degree.
• Applicants need to have a valid driver’s license
• Able to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions
• Able to work rotating shifts.
• Steel-toed Shoes

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401K & Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Intern Fees Paid (approval required)
• Housing Stipend

Starting Salary

$33.20 (Hourly)

Starting Date

May of 2027

End Date

August of 2027 or December of 2027

For additional questions contact

Libby Werth

[phone] or [e-mail]

Tara Berger

[phone] or [e-mail]

Annette Presser

[phone] or [e-mail]

Analysis of Physical Demands for Position

• Intermittent: None
• Occasionally (0 -1/3 of workday):Climbing stairs, bending, stooping, squatting, and working on elevated work or standing.
• **Frequently (1/3 – 2/3 of workday):**Walking, lift floor to waist (60 lbs.), lift waist to eye (25 lbs.), bilateral carry (60 lbs.), unilateral carry (25 lbs.), and push and pull (50 lbs.).
• **Continually (2/3-3/3 of workday):**Lift floor to waist (60 lbs.), lift waist to eye (25 lbs.), bilateral carry (60 lbs.), unilateral carry (25 lbs.), and push and pull (50 lbs.).

NOTE

This position requires working rotating shifts. The role involves approximately 50% indoor work and 50% outdoor work. Employees must be able to work while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE), including but not limited to steel-toe boots, safety glasses, a hard hat, face shield, and respirator. Must also successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check and the applicable Job Function Test (JFT).

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate. You must meet at least the specific minimum requirements listed above to be considered a qualified applicant.