Welder 2

About the position

Boart Longyear is a global leader in drilling services, providing innovative and reliable solutions to the mining and drilling industry. With a rich history spanning over 130 years, Boart Longyear is committed to delivering excellence in safety, drilling services, and technology. We are currently seeking a skilled Welder (Metal Inert Gas Welder) to join our Boart Longyear team in West Valley, Utah. A Boart Longyear Welder must understand and apply advanced welding techniques to each job assignment and be able to work quickly and skillfully.

Responsibilities

• Joins various types of metal objects and structures using electric arc, MIG welding technique
• Fabricate drilling equipment from blueprints, sketches and verbal instructions
• Monitors the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts of warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of materials
• Uses disc grinder to smooth out, weld, or grind parts prior to welding
• Operate drill presses, power saws, metal lathes and a variety of welding equipment and hand tools.
• Operates safety equipment and uses safe work habits while performing his job function

Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the US
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2-3 years' experience
• Proficient in dual shield welding, with a strong understanding of technique, machine settings, and application for projects
• Experienced in air arcing, including safe operation and effective material removal for weld preparation and defect correction
• Be able to lift 50 pounds frequently
• Pass a drug screen
• Pass a background check
• Have a good driving record
• Possess a valid driver's license
• Be able and willing to work overtime as required
• Ability to read and interpret engineered drawings

Benefits

• a strong compensation plan
• medical, vision, and dental program
• retirement program
• employee recognition rewards program (BRAVO)
• employee assistance program