Welder Helper

This position assists welders with material preparation, equipment, and general fabrication tasks while maintaining a safe and organized work environment. Assist with cutting or dismantling metal using torches, plasma-cutting equipment, or other approved tools when properly trained.

Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance

SI Utility is seeking a dependable and safety-focused Welder Helper to support our welding and fabrication operations. This position assists welders with material preparation, equipment, and general fabrication tasks while maintaining a safe and organized work environment.


Responsibilities

•  Follow all safety policies and procedures and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). 
•  Assist welders and lead welders with daily welding and fabrication activities. 
•  Prepare, position, and handle materials and workpieces for welding. 
•  Safely use hand tools, power tools, welding-related equipment, and cutting equipment as trained and authorized. 
•  Assist with measuring and inspecting workpieces to ensure they meet required specifications. 
•  Read and follow basic prints, measurements, and work instructions as required. 
•  Assist with cutting or dismantling metal using torches, plasma-cutting equipment, or other approved tools when properly trained. 
•  Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition. 
•  Keep the work area clean, organized, and free of safety hazards. 
•  Report equipment issues, safety concerns, incidents, or other problems promptly to a supervisor. 
•  Complete all required company and safety training. 
•  Work from ladders or scaffolding when required. 
•  Perform additional duties, tasks, and projects assigned by the supervisor or lead welder. 

Qualifications

•  Previous welding, fabrication, or industrial experience is preferred. 
•  Basic knowledge of hand and power tools is preferred. 
•  Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team. 
•  Willingness to learn and develop welding and fabrication skills. 
•  Ability to work safely in a physically demanding fabrication environment. 
•  Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.