Welder (Mine)

Capstone Copper Pinto Valley; Miami (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus eligibility

401(k) with company matching

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Annual tool allowance

Job summary

A mining company seeks a skilled welder at their facility in Arizona. Responsibilities include repairing metal structures, maintaining fabricated systems, and ensuring safety practices. Candidates should have solid knowledge of welding techniques and the ability to pass various welding tests. A commitment to safety is crucial, and physical stamina is required for this demanding role. The company offers competitive benefits including a sign-on bonus and a 7-on, 7-off work schedule for better work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass welding test 1G, 2G, 3G, 4G, & 5G.
• Knowledge of metallurgy and engineering requirements.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Repair metal structures and maintain fabricated systems.
• Analyze engineered drawings to define welding operations.
• Assist in developing safe practices and advanced welding procedures.

Skills

Welding techniques

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Ability to work at heights

Physical stamina

Tools

Mobile crane

Overhead crane

Aerial work platform

Job description

What We Offer

Your journey with Capstone Copper starts here. At Capstone, our people are the heart of our organization. We are focused on growth and are committed to unlocking the full potential of ourselves, our teams and our resources. We invest in our people to develop a skilled and engaged workforce, not only for today, but for the future. If you are looking for a purposeful, performance-driven and dynamic work environment, join us!

Pinto Valley is an open‑pit copper mine located at the west end of the historic Globe‑Miami mining district of central Arizona, approximately 80 miles east of Phoenix. Pinto Valley has been in operation since 1972 and has produced more than four billion pounds of copper. Acquired by Capstone from BHP in 2013, the mine is fully permitted through 2039 and a study is underway to potentially extend the mine life through 2050.

Our proximity to the Greater Phoenix metro area provides prospective employees with the option to live in communities such as Mesa, Apache Junction, Gilbert, Chandler, San Tan Valley, or Florence. Our location offers a unique work‑life balance, blending the rewarding opportunities of the mining industry with easy access to the vibrant energy of Downtown Phoenix, making it an ideal choice for both individuals and their families.

Capstone Employees Are Eligible For An Extensive Total Rewards Package, Designed To Support Your Physical, Mental, Financial, And Emotional Well‑being. This Package Includes, But Is Not Limited To:

• Eligibility for quarterly bonus of up to 8% of regular earnings
• Industry‑leading 401(k) Savings Plan and Employee Share Purchase Plan, both with company matching
• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits (effective on start date), including Telehealth options and additional supplemental insurances
• Disability and Life Insurance (effective on start date)
• Paid time‑off, including vacation, holidays and sick leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Internal progression opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discounted insurance plans for pets, automobiles and homes
• We offer a 7‑on, 7‑off schedule that consists of one week of alternating 12‑hour day and night shifts followed by one week off, offering a great work‑life balance with ample time for rest and personal activities.
• Additional Benefits:
  • Annual tool allowance up to $1,200
  • Sign on bonus of $5,000

Position Responsibilities

• Demonstrate commitment to safety and Capstone’s Values in Action.
• Repair metal structures.
• Fabrication & maintenance of structural supports.
• Layout, fit and fabricate metal components to assemble needed products such as pressure vessels.
• Maintenance of fabricated systems.
• Analyze engineered drawings and specifications to define welding operations where procedural information is unavailable.
• Component & system identification.
• Assist in development of safe practices and advanced welding procedures.
• Take on additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and initiative.

Position Requirements

Required

• Pass welding test 1G, 2G, 3G, 4G, & 5G (Beveled 3/8" Coupon Test Flat, Horizontal, Vertical & Overhead)
• Basic Hydraulics
• Basic Pneumatics
• Knowledge of welding technique, metallurgy, & engineering requirements
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time, including walking up and down stairs and across uneven surfaces.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to work in both hot and cold environments with high humidity.
• Ability to kneel, crawl, stoop, and squat, occasionally in confined spaces.
• Ability to speak, comprehend, read and write in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standards.

Preferred

• Advanced GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding)
• Advanced GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding)
• Advanced FCAW (Flux Core Arc Welding)
• Advanced Knowledge of Welding Techniques
• Advanced Knowledge of Metal Fabrication varying from Traditional Fittings
• Advanced Knowledge in Repairs of Metal Structures
• Mobile crane experience
• Overhead crane experience
• Load securement experience
• Aerial work platform experience

All candidates will be required to complete a pre‑employment medical exam, drug and alcohol test, and background check. All positions require a pre‑placement physical examination to ensure candidates are ‘fit for duty’. Additional training and/or testing may be required. Capstone maintains a drug and alcohol‑free workplace.

CAPSTONE COPPER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.