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ASARCO lists this Welding Technician opportunity in sahuarita, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job TitleUtilizing welding expertise, maintaining mining equipment (haul trucks, loaders, dozers & other ancillary equipment) for open pit copper mining operations Utilizes blueprints and sketches to layout, fabricate, construct or repair piping, ductwork, steel structures and plant equipment by cutting, welding, riveting and assembling ferrous and nonferrous plate, heavy sheet metal and structural shapes in both field and shop areas.Essential FunctionsSafely use Mig, Tig, GMAW, SMAW, FCAW, oxygen-acetylene cutting systems, and plasma torch systemsPlan work to be performed by interpreting engineering drawings, sketches, work orders and verbal instructionsSafely operate metal fabrication equipment (shears, rolls, brakes, punch, saw, etc.)Make materials, supplies and tools lists for the assigned workCut, form, shape, assemble, fabricate, weld, dismantle and install using hand and power tools, welding, cutting and burning equipment as required in performing dutiesRig material and equipment for lifting as requiredRequired Knowledge Skills And AbilitiesAbility to pass Company welding testAbility to read prints, layout and fabricate, work from verbal communicationAbility to make simple and complex layouts for cutting, welding, shearing, punching and drilling per blueprints or specifications.Ability to lift 50 lbs. Carry material and equipment to be used on the job.Ability and willingness to work rotating shifts and rotating days off, if requiredAbility to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule formRequires working a 12-hour rotating shift scheduleMust possess necessary tools to perform requirements of the positionEquipment/Tools Required To UseImpact wrenches, pneumatic air tools, pry bars, sledgehammer, overhead crane, metal shear, iron worker, power drills, grinder, measuring and layout toolsSafety Equipment RequiredHard hat, safety glasses, goggles, face shield, steel toe shoes, hearing protection, respirator, seat belts (harness) and lanyard, gloves, life vest, rain suit, leather jacket, leather sleevesWork Conditions (Environment)Poor footing, hot and cold temperatures, heights (up to 150' above ground), restricted lighting, loud noise, confined spaces, wet, humid, dusty, windy, dirty, greasy areas, chemical fumes exposure.Requires working in the field in all climate conditions as well as working independentlyRequired Education & ExperienceHigh School Diploma/GEDMinimum of 4 years' experience in all position welding, Air carbon arc and Oxygen Acetylene cutting, gas welding, and working with various types of metalsWelding certification a plusExperience with Mining and heavy equipment repair requiredASARCO LLC provides equal opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, actual or perceived disability, military status, veteran status, marital status, familial status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by local, state, or federal law(s).Candidates must possess a current and valid driver's license. Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check and pre-employment physical including a drug screen.
Worksite address
sahuarita, AZ, 85629, US
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