Welder / Maintenance Mechanic Intern

The Falkirk Mining Company; Underwood (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Part 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

The Falkirk Mining Company invites applications for an Intern (Trainee) position designed for students pursuing an associate or technical degree. Trainees will learn to operate equipment, perform maintenance, and read blueprints to fabricate parts while adhering to MSHA and company safety rules.

Positions run for 3 months (May–Aug 2027) or 8 months (May–Dec 2027) with a startup salary of $33.20 per hour. Housing stipend and benefits are available; applicants must have a valid driver’s license

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited welding or mechanical maintenance program in good academic standing.
• Completed a portion of college in the related field and intends to finish the degree.
• Able to work outdoors in extreme weather and tolerate rotating 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.
• Follow MSHA, safety procedures and environmental regulations; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's license

Outdoor work tolerance

Rotating shifts

Education

Welding or mechanical maintenance program enrollment

Partial degree progress in related field

Job description

Employee Type: Intern (Trainee)This program 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)

Job Description:

Duties / Tasks:

Duties at the surface coal mine will be wide and varied, based on needs of the operation. These duties may include all or some of the following:

• 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).

Advertising and Application dates:

September 11, 2026 - TBD

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.