Welder/Mechanic

Welder / Mechanic

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Company : Hawaiian Cement

Department : Maui Concrete & Aggregate

Location : Puunene, HI

Hiring Manager : Nathan N Hamasaki

Closing Date : 08 / 19 / 2024 at 11 : 59pm CDT

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Summary :

The Welder / Mechanic is the primary welder within the Division. They are multifunctional employees who have the welding and maintenance skills and expertise to perform qualified work on Division Mobile and Fixed assets.

They are expected to perform and lead welding projects, repairs, and preventive maintenance for the maintenance department.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Pass the job description physical capacity functions test.
• Must possess own personal tools to perform required welding and maintenance tasks.
• Must have and maintain in good standing a valid DOT medical certificate and valid Hawaii State Driver's License.
• Achieve Stick, All Positions, Unlimited Certification (AWS D1.1 - SMAW Structural Welding) from an accredited American Welding Society Testing Facility.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Able to work a flexible schedule, to include holidays and weekends, according to operational requirements.

Preferred Qualifications :

• 2-year Associates Degree in Welding, Metal Fabrication.
• Gas or Diesel Power Mechanic Experience.

Additional Information :

Perform daily equipment, walk-around, and site inspections to identify and correct any unsafe conditions and keep equipment properly maintained.

Operate company equipment to include DOT required Class B equipment. Perform basic and specialized welding required in fabricating structural components in plant facilities and other welding work necessary in the repair and maintenance of equipment on various types of metals. Duties include :

• Operate welding machine, acetylene torch and other welding or shop equipment as required.
• Read blueprints, fabricate, and cut materials.
• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structures.
• Conduct project review and planning.
• Assist other tradesmen on trouble calls and repairs as assigned.
• Inspect, test, diagnose equipment malfunctions and repair various heavy stationary and mobile equipment.
• Conduct safety inspections and maintenance checks.
• Promote company's Mission and Vision statements.
• Perform other qualified tasks.

Key Skills & Competencies :

• Professional Certification (e.g. an AWS welding certificate) will be REQUIRED.
• Proven experience as certified AWS welder.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings.
• Knowledge of relative safety standards.
• Precision and attention to detail.
• Communicates clearly and professionally.
• Able to work in varying environments.
• Occasional lifting and carrying heavy items weighing 75 pounds.

How To Apply :

Apply online at jobs.kniferiver.net

Hawaiian Cement is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state / federal law.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.

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