Shop Welder & Maintenance Handyman

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY -  The Shop Welder & Maintenance Handyman is responsible for performing general shop maintenance, equipment repairs, metal fabrication, and routine facility upkeep across company shop and yard facilities. This dual-capability role combines general welding and metal fabrication skills with practical mechanical troubleshooting and general handyman maintenance. The position ensures shop equipment, machinery, tools, buildings, structures, and yard inventory are operating safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with company quality and safety standards.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Welding, Fabrication & Metal Repair: Perform basic-to-intermediate welding (MIG, Stick/SMAW, Oxy-Fuel cutting) to repair tools, trailers, machinery, skids, and frames; operate plasma cutters, grinders, and shop presses.
• Mechanical Troubleshooting & Maintenance: Execute basic mechanical repairs, fluid/filter changes, and small engine maintenance; assist mechanics with hydraulics and pneumatic repairs.
• Shop & Facility Handyman Maintenance: Perform facility repairs (carpentry, minor plumbing, painting, fencing); organize tool bays/wash bays; load/unload stock using forklifts or cranes; handle shop housekeeping and spill cleanup.
• Safety & Compliance: Adhere to OSHA, JSA, and SDS standards; safely store gas cylinders and flammables; perform daily pre-use tool/equipment inspections and join daily safety talks.

QUALIFICATIONS & DEMANDS

• Experience & Technical Skills: 1–3 years of shop maintenance, welding/fabrication, or handyman experience; proficient in MIG/Stick welding, torch cutting, and basic mechanical repairs.
• Credentials & Travel: Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record required; up to 10% local travel; bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred.
• Physical & Environment: Heavy physical labor; must lift/carry 50–75 lbs independently; indoor shop and outdoor yard exposure to noise, fumes, and weather; required PPE (welding helmet, steel-toe boots, safety glasses, leather gloves, hi-vis, ear protection).