Foreman: Field Maintenance/Repair Welder - Traveling

Maguire•Sioux Falls, SD

12d

About The Position

Maguire is hiring a traveling Foreman for field maintenance and repair welding. The role leads field personnel in completing assigned work safely, on time, and to quality standards. The foreman performs repairs and fabrication using SMAW (stick) welding and some flux-core welding, interprets specifications and drawings, operates painting, cutting, and welding equipment, and maintains equipment as needed. The role also involves communicating with project managers about drawing discrepancies, handling customer interactions and documentation, and overseeing production paperwork, timecards, and safety meetings. Work is primarily in the field, with frequent travel that may involve being away for months at a time and assignments across multiple states. Field work may take place in unfavorable hot or cold weather and at heights of up to 200 feet. The position requires adherence to Maguire’s PPE policy and safety programs. A formal apprenticeship or technical or welding degree, three years of welding experience or a combination of schooling and experience, and water tank repair experience are preferred. A company weld test, valid driver’s license, ability to obtain a Medical DOT Certificate, and OSHA 10 and CPR certification or the ability to obtain them are required. A Class A CDL is preferred.

Requirements

Must be able to pass a company weld test; SMAW is required.
Ability to travel frequently, including assignments lasting months and work across multiple states.
Must be at least 21 years old for driving responsibilities.
Valid driver’s license required.
Must be able to obtain a Medical DOT Certificate.
OSHA 10 and CPR certification, or the ability to obtain them.
Goal-oriented, reliable, and responsible for one’s actions.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in writing.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work.
Ability to work in unfavorable weather conditions, including heat and cold.
Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and walk at heights up to 200 feet.
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
Frequently sit, squat, talk, and hear; constantly use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms.
Specific vision abilities, including close, distance, peripheral, and color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a formal apprenticeship, technical degree, or welding degree.
Three years of welding experience or a combination of schooling and experience.
Previous experience in water tank repair.
Class A CDL.

Responsibilities

Ensure all work is performed with safety as the top priority.
Install performance and safety rigging correctly and check it before each use.
Interpret specifications, drawings, and Maguire prints; communicate print information to others and report discrepancies to project managers.
Repair and fabricate items and equipment using SMAW (stick) and some flux-core welding.
Examine work pieces for defects, ensure conformance with specifications, and record data as required.
Correct malformations in parts and bends in metal work pieces.
Use painting, cutting, and welding equipment.
Manage time and lead the team to complete work on schedule.
Motivate and encourage the crew to work safely, productively, and with a focus on quality and job-site safety.
Maintain equipment and service equipment when needed.
Complete daily production paperwork and review crew timecards.
Lead weekly safety toolbox meetings.
Lead in-person customer interactions during field work.
Present and gather customer sign-off on required documentation.
Lead field team assistants and personnel in completing the required scope in a timely manner.
Adhere to Maguire’s PPE policy and safety programs.
Perform other duties as assigned.