An Industrial Mechanic repairs and maintains complex machines used in production or manufacturing, such as conveyor belts; may use computerized diagnostic equipment.
Industrial Welder / Pipe Fitter / Mechanic Built Staffing Direct Hire West Jordan, UT Job Details Temporary | Full-time | Contract $28•$35 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Forklift Certification Precision measuring instruments Outdoor work experience Pipe blueprint interpretation Industrial mechanic experience OSHA 10 Pipe welding Materials handling Full Job Description Industrial Welder / Pipe Fitter /
Mechanic Location:
Utah & Surrounding Areas Schedule:
Full-Time Temp•
Perm Industry:
Mining & Heavy Industrial Construction Pay:
$28•35 per hour
DOE Requirement:
Current MSHA Certification Required Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Industrial Welder / Pipe Fitter / Mechanic to join a field crew supporting mining, processing plant, and heavy industrial construction projects throughout Utah and surrounding areas. This position will perform a combination of structural and pipe welding, pipe fitting, mechanical installation, equipment repair, fabrication, and plant maintenance. The ideal candidate has hands-on mine or processing plant experience and is comfortable working around conveyors, pumps, piping systems, material-handling equipment, and heavy machinery in active MSHA-regulated environments. Responsibilities Perform structural, plate, and pipe welding using SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, and other applicable processes Fit, fabricate, install, repair, and modify industrial piping and structural components Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, weld symbols, isometric drawings, and specifications Measure, cut, bevel, align, tack, and weld pipe, plate, and structural steel Install and repair pipe, valves, flanges, fittings, supports, hangers, and related components Perform mechanical installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and equipment repairs Work on conveyors, chutes, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, motors, pulleys, and material-handling systems Assist with equipment setting, alignment, rigging, assembly, and installation Remove and replace worn or damaged mechanical components Perform field fabrication and modifications as project conditions require Operate welders, torches, grinders, saws, drills, and other hand and power tools safely Work from lifts, scaffolds, platforms, and elevated work areas Coordinate with foremen, operators, millwrights, ironworkers, laborers, and other craft personnel Follow MSHA, OSHA, client, and site-specific safety requirements Participate in safety meetings, JHAs, toolbox talks, and pre-task planning Maintain a clean and organized work area Qualifications Current MSHA certification required Industrial welding, pipe fitting, mechanical, millwright, or plant maintenance experience Experience working in mines, processing plants, cement plants, aggregate facilities, refineries, power plants, or similar heavy industrial environments Ability to read blueprints, welding symbols, piping isometrics, and mechanical drawings Experience fitting and welding industrial pipe and structural steel Mechanical knowledge of conveyors, pumps, bearings, gearboxes, motors, and rotating equipment Ability to use precision measuring and alignment tools Understanding of rigging, lifting, equipment setting, and safe material handling Strong understanding of industrial construction and maintenance safety Ability to work outdoors and in physically demanding industrial conditions Reliable transportation and ability to travel to project sites as required Dependable, safety-focused, and able to work effectively as part of a crew Preferred Experience MSHA Part 48 Mining or mineral-processing operations Conveyor and material-handling systems Plant shutdowns, turnarounds, and outages Pipe welding and pipe fitting Structural steel fabrication and installation Millwright or industrial mechanic experience Pumps, gearboxes, bearings, pulleys, and drive systems Equipment foundations and equipment setting Rigging and crane-supported installation Current welding certifications OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Confined-space, fall-protection, forklift, or aerial-lift certifications Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is a versatile industrial tradesperson who can weld, fit pipe, perform mechanical repairs, and support installation or maintenance work as needed. This person should understand the safety and productivity expectations of active mining and processing facilities and be comfortable handling different assignments throughout the workday. Compensation Pay is $28•35 per hour , depending on welding ability, pipe-fitting and mechanical experience, mining background, certifications, and overall fit.
Pay:
$28.00•$35.00 per hour Application Question(s): Do you currently hold an active MSHA certification? 1. Yes, Part 48 2. Yes, Part 46 3. Expired 4. No How many years of hands-on experience do you have working in mines, processing plants, cement plants, aggregate facilities, or other heavy industrial environments? Which of the following have you personally performed? Select all that apply. 1. Structural welding 2. Pipe welding 3. Pipe fitting 4. Mechanical equipment repair 5. Conveyor maintenance 6. Pump, gearbox, bearing, or motor replacement 7. Rigging and equipment setting 8. Reading blueprints, weld symbols, or piping isometrics Are you able to independently fit, align, tack, and weld pipe or structural steel from drawings and field measurements? Are you willing and able to work full-time on active mine and industrial sites throughout Utah, including outdoor work, heights, shutdowns, and occasional travel? This position begins as a 90-day temp-to-permanent assignment. During that period, the company will evaluate your attendance, safety, work quality, productivity, and overall fit before deciding whether to offer permanent employment. Are you comfortable with this arrangement?
