Zekelman Industries

Overview

Zekelman is a family of companies and the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America, seeking a Field Welder Helper in the Greater Phoenix Area to support field welding operations. This role involves hands-on work in outdoor construction environments, focusing on safety and successful project execution.

Responsibilities

• Assist welders with all phases of field welding operations, including equipment setup, material preparation, and task execution.
• Set up, organize, maintain, and retrieve welding support equipment, including welding machines, leads, extension cords, and related tools.
• Perform grinding, cutting, cleaning, and preparation of raw and installed materials using hand and power tools.
• Complete training and perform fire watch responsibilities during hot work activities, monitoring work areas for potential hazards.
• Load, unload, transport, stage, and organize materials and equipment to support field operations.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas by properly storing tools, equipment, materials, and debris at the end of each shift.
• Inspect tools and equipment for safe operation and report maintenance or safety concerns to supervision.
• Work safely in outdoor environments and varying weather conditions while adhering to all company safety policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, accountability, and a willingness to accept coaching and feedback while supporting project and team objectives.
• Maintain regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous construction, welding helper, manufacturing, industrial labor, or related experience preferred.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Basic knowledge of construction and industrial safety practices.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, grinders, cutting tools, and other construction equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to identify workplace hazards and respond appropriately.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Dependable with a strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Ability to accept direction, coaching, and constructive feedback.
• Ability to travel regularly throughout the Greater Phoenix area, with occasional to frequent national travel as business needs require.

Benefits

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

Additional Information

• This is a field-based position, primarily at active construction sites throughout the Greater Phoenix area.
• Candidates should expect daily travel between project locations and must be comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Occasional to frequent national travel may be required based on project needs and future assignments.