Job Description Boart Longyear is a global leader in drilling services providing innovative and reliable solutions to the mining and drilling industry. With a rich history spanning over 130 years Boart Longyear is committed to delivering excellence in safety drilling services and technology. We are currently seeking a skilled Welder (Metal Inert Gas Welder) to join our Boart Longyear team in West Valley Utah. A Boart Longyear Welder must understand and apply advanced welding techniques to each job assignment and be able to work quickly and skillfully.
Responsibilities
Joins various types of metal objects and structures using electric arc MIG welding technique
Fabricate drilling equipment from blueprints sketches and verbal instructions
Monitors the fitting burning and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts of warping shrinkingdistortion or expansion of materials
Uses disc grinder to smooth out weld or grind parts prior to welding
Operate drill presses power saws metal lathes and a variety of welding equipment and hand tools.
Operates safety equipment and uses safe work habits while performing his job function
Minimum Qualifications
Must be authorized to work in the US
High school diploma or equivalent
2-3 years experience
Proficient in dual shield welding with a strong understanding of technique machine settings and application for projects
Experienced in air arcing including safe operation and effective material removal for weld preparation and defect correction
Be able to lift 50 pounds frequently
Pass a drug screen
Pass a background check
Have a good driving record
Possess a valid drivers license
Be able and willing to work overtime as required
Ability to read and interpret engineered drawings
Compensation Benefits and Perks Talented people are attracted to companies with long-term success and a supportive workplace culture that encourages work-life balance. Boart Longyear offers competitive pay comprehensive benefits and career advancement opportunities. If hired you can expect:
Company Overview Established in 1890 Boart Longyear is the worlds leading provider of drilling services orebody knowledge technology and innovative safe and productivity-driven drilling equipment. With its main focus in mining and exploration activities spanning a wide range of commodities including copper gold nickel zinc uranium and other metals and minerals the Company holds a substantial presence in the energy oil sands exploration and environmental sectors. The Global Drilling Services division operates for a diverse mining customer base with drilling methods including diamond coring exploration reverse circulation large diameter rotary mine dewatering water supply drilling pump services production and sonic drilling services. The Global Products division offers sophisticated research and development and holds hundreds of patented designs to manufacture market and service reliable drill rigs innovative drill string products rugged performance tooling durable drilling consumables and quality parts for customers worldwide. Veracio a wholly owned Boart Longyear subsidiary offers mining clients a range of solutions that improve automate and digitally transform their orebody sciences by championing a modern approach through a diverse product portfolio that fuse science and technology together with digital accessibility. Veracio leverages artificial intelligence and advanced analytics to accelerate real-time decision making and significantly lower the cost of mineral exploration. Our People At Boart Longyear people are our most important asset and we understand that the best ideas are developed because of collaborative efforts between individuals with diverse backgrounds opinions and perspectives; That is why we are committed to diversity and inclusion in our work teams fostering environments free of discrimination and harassment where everyone feels free to present their opinions and be heard. Our Vision Boart Longyears vision is to be the global industry leader in safety drilling innovation and productivity. Our Values Our success as a business depends on how we operate. The how is the distinctive way in which we conduct our business guided by our values of Integrity Health & Safety Teamwork & Diversity Customer Focus and Sustainability. Boart Longyear is headquartered in Salt Lake City Utah USA. Visit our website and follow Boart Longyear on social media: LinkedInFacebookInstagram and Twitter.
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