Welder Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Knowledge of: Heavy construction equipment operation.
• Asphalt plant (batch and drum operations) safety, operations and equipment.
• Ability to: Learn and follow GOH company policies and procedures.
• Recognize operation conditions such as segregated stock piles, moisture problems, contamination, etc.
• Must be able to operate welder and cutting torch.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience operating heavy equipment preferred.
• MSHA ART/NM/ENM (if applicable)
• CPR/First Aid (if applicable)
• Skid Steer
• JLG
• Forklift
• Tele Handler
• 8 Hour Arc Flash
• Bearing, Gear Box, Welding, and Torch Training
• Screen Bearings
• Rigging/Hooking/Lifting
• Production and Efficiency Mobile Equipment Training
• Annual Asphalt Kickoff Safety Training
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to physically climb in and out of equipment safely and operate levers or pedals to make fine, highly controlled muscular movements to adjust the position of control mechanisms.
• Ability to physically climb to top of silos and perform work.
• Ability to work in a plant environment with exposure to dust, fumes, noise, extreme temperatures and confined spaces.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
• Ability to shovel.
• Ability to bend, sit, stoop, and stand for long periods of time in the outdoor weather.

Nice To Haves

• Certificate or degree in heavy equipment operation or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely and proficiently operate plant loader.
• Ensure bins are kept well-stocked and correctly prioritized.
• Perform preventative maintenance on loader (check for leaks, fuel, lubricate, etc.).
• Perform daily plant inspections and maintenance of asphalt plant.
• Identify mechanical malfunctions, troubleshoot and perform minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.
• Provide assistance and support for the maintenance of the asphalt plant.
• Perform other manual labor as assigned.
• Exercise proper care and maintenance of company equipment.
• Frequently work more than 40 hours per week and non-traditional hours including night shift, Saturdays and occasionally Sundays.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.