Position Responsibilities:

•  Report to work on time and fit for duty, support the Western Industrial Resources safety culture.
• Follow directions.
• Repairs metal surface (e.g. doors, drain covers, fences, gates, tools, parts, fabrication, act) for the purpose of ensuring that items are in proper working condition. Demo of old iron & metal & installation of new materials.
• Transport various items (e.g. tools, equipment, supplies, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at job site.
• Assisting field supervisors and employees in remaining compliant with client, and company rules and regulations.
• Welding, cutting with torch, grinding, cutting with saws, rigging and signaling crane, forklift, boom truck, etc.
• Any other job duties that are required by management that pertain to this craft.
• Support Western Industrial Resources right to a drug free workplace.
• Use and support the use of our Stop Work Authority when necessary.

 Qualifications:

• Current Welding Certification
• Minimum 4 years of experience in the craft.
• Must possess the hand tools required to complete their assigned duties.
• A positive attitude, self-motivated, eagerness to learn and a willingness to work hard every day.
• An ability to lead by a positive example and a commitment to working as a team.
• Attention and commitment to safety and an ability to follow instructions.
• Valid Driver’s license and clean driving record if assigned to a company vehicle.
• Ability to multi-task and attention to detail.
• Negative preemployment drug test.
• Perform basic math; read a variety of manuals, write documents prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and solve practical problems.
• Knowledgeable on how to properly fabricate and how to interpret drawings or determine the best process for a particular application.

Education & Experience:

•  High School Diploma or equivalent.

Physical Demands:

•  Ability to move 75 pounds.
• Physical dexterity, stamina, and excellent hand-eye coordination with the ability to: grasp, assemble and lift objects, stand, sit, and walk for extended periods over uneven surfaces, squat, bend, climb ladders and lie down.

 Work Environment:

•  Ability to work outdoors with constant exposure to heat, cold, wind and rain.