About The Position

We are excited to announce an opportunity at Orica for a Maintenance Welder / Maintenance Technician within our Specialty Mining Chemicals team. The Maintenance Welder / Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing welding and fabrication tasks to maintain, repair, and improve plant equipment and infrastructure. This role ensures operational reliability and compliance with safety and quality standards. As well as a basic understanding of Maintenance Technician skills.Role dimensions Monday to Thursday or Tuesday to Friday 4-10's On-site as needed

Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years of welding experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
  • Certification in welding (AWS or equivalent), 1G – 6G plate and pipe, or the ability to pass the performance testing of each preferred.
  • Proficiency in TIG, MIG, and stick welding techniques.
  • Ability to work with carbon steel and stainless steel.
  • Strong understanding of safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in varying environmental conditions.
  • Basic understanding of NDE.
  • Ability to climb stairs, ramps, and similar structures
  • Frequent repetitive motion involving wrists, hands, and fingers.
  • Must be able to lift, carry, pull, or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds occasionally.
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • Must have a valid driver’s license
  • Must be willing to certify in 1G-6G welding techniques

Nice To Haves

  • Stainless, and/or carbon welding certification preferred
  • Proficient in TIG, MIG, and stick welding techniques preferred

Responsibilities

  • Perform welding, cutting, and fabrication on plant equipment, piping systems, and structural components.
  • Read, interpret, and update blueprints, technical drawings, weld maps, and welding symbols.
  • Understand, inspect, and maintain welding tools and equipment to ensure good welding practices and safe operation.
  • Ability to plan welding work, order and assemble parts, materials, and consumables for welding jobs.
  • Able to qualify and follow weld procedures
  • Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to minimize downtime.
  • Follow Orica’s safety protocols, including PPE requirements and hazard identification.
  • Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials used.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives and preventive maintenance programs.
  • Review planned work with the supervisor ahead of time to limit downtime during the assembly process
  • Provide accurate and fast estimates on task completions when requested
  • Assist in controlling site fixed costs by following or proposing lean methodology for expenditures. Consider alternative solutions.
  • Basic computer knowledge to be able to manage documentation.
  • Adheres to all company safety protocols.

Benefits

  • Medical/Prescription Drug – Two (2) plans to choose from 
  • Dental – One (1) plan to choose from 
  • Vision – One (1) plan to choose from 
  • Health Savings Account 
  • Flexible Spending Accounts 
  • Basic Employee Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance  
  • Voluntary Employee/Dependent Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance  
  • Company provided Short-Term and Long-Term Disability  
  • Company provided Employee Assistance Program 
  • 401(k) + Company Match – 100% vested on first day.
  • Company provided Bonding Leave 
  • Accrued Paid Time Off  
  • Paid Sick & Safe Time 
  • Nine (9) Scheduled Holidays + Two (2) Floating Holidays

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Education Level

High school or GED

Number of Employees

5,001-10,000 employees

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