Welder II Full Time

Join our Locomotive team at the Grand Canyon Railway and Hotel!

Job Summary:

This is a full-time year-round position located in the beautiful city of Williams AZ. The certified Welder I is a skilled level position responsible for performing simple routine and repetitive tasks using standard welding procedures tools materials machines and equipment; ability to weld metal using stick MIG TIG cutting with torch and plasma.

The Details:

Position Type: Full-Time Year-Round
Pay: $27.45 per hour
Schedule: 4 days a week 10 hours a day.

Life at the Grand Canyon Railway:

• No employee housing available
• Exclusive retail and dining discounts at GCR and other Xanterra properties
• A fast-paced exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
• Free gym and pool access
• Free train tickets

• Fully understand and support Xanterra Mission Statement Core Values and Cultural Pillar.
• Reads and interprets blueprints working drawings and sketches performing accurate math calculations and layout.
• Works in confined spaces and standing for extended periods of time.
• Safely operates machinery and tools using required safety equipment and PPE including various forms of respirators and eye protection.
• Cleans equipment and work area using proper materials and follows environmental policy and procedure in regard to proper disposal of hazardous waste materials and SDS Sheets.
• Follows instructions responds to management direction takes responsibilities for own actions and keeps commitments.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Must have the ability to safely weld using stick MIG TIG and ability to demonstrate cutting skills using a torch and plasma cutter and fabrication skills that meet visual appearance standards.
• Must be willing and able to pass a 3G welding test for qualification and work to achieve a 6G welding qualification within 12 months.
• Possess a valid Arizona Drivers License and comply with Xanterra/GCR Vehicle Policy.
• Previous 2 years of welding experience in an industrial / railroad setting is a plus.
• Respiratory training is a plus.
• Experience working in a Railroad Mechanical Shop is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job the employee is:

• Frequently standing walking handling reaching outward reaching above shoulder bending/stooping lifting/carrying up to 50lbs and pushing/pulling up to 25lbs. Twisting using eye/hand coordination manual dexterity using wrist motion and ascending and descending ladder.
• Occasionally sitting climbing crawling squatting/kneeling lifting/carrying up to 100lbs and pushing/pulling up to 100lbs.
• Constantly listening hearing seeing and speaking.
• Will be required to stand and walk for long periods of time on cement floors and to occasionally walk on uneven surfaces and onboard moving equipment.

Xanterra Parks & Resorts Grand Canyon Railway (GCR) We are an Equal Opportunity Employer Female/Minority/Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.