What are the responsibilities and job description for the Welder - Night Shift position at Knife River - South?
Minimum Qualifications:
-Must be able to work Night Shifts. Hours/Shifts may vary depending on company demand.
-Able to come in on emergency breakdowns with short notice and work extended hours.
-Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions and tolerate being exposed to loud noises.
-Must have a "safety first" attitude. Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures is required.
-Basic knowledge of plant operation, conveyor system and maintenance preferred.
-Must have good mechanical, troubleshooting skills.
-Must have thorough knowledge of welding materials, welding properties, and various types of metals. ---Must be able to interpret
blueprints.
-Must be able to wire feed welding machines to hard face and fabricate and repair liners.
-Must be able to perform brazing, welding, arc welding, and cutting tasks.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
- Communicate and work closely with supervisor
- Communicate and follow up with all employees around the quarry to ensure all equipment is running properly.
- Perform electrical troubleshooting of automatic roll welder where applicable
- Accurately complete work orders or other welding documentation.
- Ensure OSHA, DOT, MSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
- Perform routine inspections, maintenance, and welding repairs on fixed machinery and equipment, including crushers, conveyors,
screens, and other quarry equipment.
- Utilize welding skills to repair and fabricate metal components as needed.
-Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and
adherence to safety procedures.
Benefits:
-Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
-Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
-401K with Company Match
-Profit Sharing
- Paid Holidays
-Paid Time Off
-Life Insurance
-Employee Assistance Program
How to Apply:
To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at jobs.kniferiver.com. For more information regarding this job please contact us at 254-761-2600.
Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law.
If you are an individual with a qualified disability as defined by federal, state, or local law and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application for any reason, please contact your state employment agency or you may call 254-761-2600 to speak with a human resources representative.
Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.
Veterans: Put your Skills to Work with Us!
At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferable to our Welder position:
Army:
44C Welder
Navy:
4999 Hull Maintenance Technician
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
