Barnard

Overview

Barnard Construction Company, Inc., based in Bozeman, Montana, is a heavy-civil construction company specializing in dam construction and rehabilitation, power transmission and distribution, tunneling, and various pipeline projects across North America. The company offers competitive wages and benefits, emphasizing the importance of its workforce in achieving excellence in challenging projects.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures.
• Set up components for welding according to specifications.
• Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded.
• Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.
• Align components using calipers, rulers, etc., and clamp pieces.
• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions.
• Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps.
• Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.
• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structures to discover flaws.
• Pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Exert heavy physical effort, handling average weight objects up to 25 pounds.
• Kneel, stoop, crouch, balance, climb, or crawl.
• Correctly rig and hoist material.
• Tolerate heights without fear.
• Maintain balance and stand or walk for long periods.
• Work in extreme weather conditions.
• Work long, irregular, and varied hours.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a welder.
• Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures.
• Experience in using electrical or manual tools.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings.
• Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing.
• Deftness and attention to detail.
• Successful completion of a relevant apprenticeship program is required.
• Professional Certification (e.g. an AWS welding certificate) will be a plus.

Benefits

• 401k
• Health Insurance

Additional Information

• Confined Space, OSHA certifications preferred.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.