The Boring Company

Overview

The Boring Company is focused on solving traffic issues through an underground tunnel network and is seeking a skilled Welder to perform structural repairs and fabrication on a hard rock Main Beam TBM and its support systems. This field-based role requires technical skills and the ability to work in challenging underground conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding, cutting, and fabrication tasks on TBM components, muck conveyors, support equipment, and infrastructure.
• Respond to unplanned mechanical failures and perform in-field structural repairs to minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret fabrication drawings, weld symbols, and field modification instructions.
• Weld various materials including carbon steel, stainless, and hardened components under underground conditions.
• Support TBM launches, ring rebuilds, machine modifications, and tail shield maintenance.
• Assist with general maintenance and assembly/disassembly tasks as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and ensure all work meets company quality and safety standards.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in structural or industrial welding - underground or heavy civil construction preferred.
• Proficient in MIG, Stick, and cutting torch applications (GTAW/TIG a plus).
• Ability to work in confined underground spaces, on rotating shifts, and in challenging physical environments.
• Familiarity with fabrication, rigging, and heavy equipment repair.
• AWS or equivalent certification is a plus.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• PTO