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Shop Welder

ESCO Group LLC
Covington, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/24/2026
WEIR ESCO

Location: Covington, KY

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Shift: 1st shift (Days) Monday- Thursday 6:00 AM -4:30 PM

Full time permanent position, overtime available.

What We Do At Weir

We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining.

Make your impact

You’ll play a key role in solving real-world challenges. You’ll apply your skills to deliver results that matter whether that’s through engineering, planning or customer support. You’ll work with purpose, learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.

What You’ll Do

  • Fabrication Execution: Read, understand, and execute fabrication instructions from work orders, diagrams, drawings, and CIS standards to ensure accurate and quality welds.
  • Welding Operations: Perform manual welding in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead positions, maintaining proper arc length and speed to achieve specified weld profiles and depth of fusion.
  • Repair and Preparation: Repair broken or cracked parts and fill holes following certified welding procedures; prepare parts for welding by grooving or scarfing surfaces using air carbon arc or oxy-fuel gouging and grinding.
  • Cutting and Finishing: Cut and prepare workpieces using oxy-fuel cutting and grinding tools to meet job specifications.
  • Daily Role: The successful candidate will be actively engaged in welding and fabrication tasks daily, ensuring high-quality workmanship and adherence to safety and technical standards.
  • Success Indicators: Success will be measured by the ability to consistently produce welds that meet or exceed quality standards, maintain a safe work environment, and contribute positively to team goals.
  • Travel Requirements: This is an onsite role with no travel required.
  • Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.

What You’ll Bring

Must-haves:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • 6-12 months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos; effective communication skills in one-on-one and small group settings
  • Proficiency in basic math including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry to calculate figures such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume

Nice-to-haves:

  • Experience working in a mining or heavy industrial environment
  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment
  • Flexibility to work weekly rotation shifts including days and afternoons

Benefits:

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Excellent Health / Dental / Vision Options
  • 5% 401(k) Retirement Match
  • 15 days Paid Time Off in first year
  • 11 Paid Holidays per year

Why join Weir?

We live our values we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high, and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes.

We’re passionate about our purpose to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world-class engineering, materials science expertise, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions incorporating our signature technologies.

We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We’re working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.

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