ZA Construction LLC is seeking a full-time welder / fabricator to join our team. Welders will weld, cut, and braze metal pieces and products by using flame-cutting and hand welding equipment. Applicants must have welding experience (preferably at least 4 years) and be able to be certified by ZA Construction. This position requires a valid driver’s license. Must be able to work a rotating schedule of 21 on / 7 off. Must be able to travel out of state (transportation provided).

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Plans details of work order procedures; gathers required tools and materials based on instructions and specifications provided for the job.
• Repairs and fabricates various items and equipment using cutting, burning, and welding techniques and equipment.
• Monitors the welding, burning, and fitting process to ensure parts are not overheated or damaged by warping, distortion, expansion, or shrinkage.
• Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Thorough understanding of machines and tools used in welding, to include designs, uses, maintenance and repair for the precise production of technical plans, drawings, models, and blueprints.
• Excellent ability to read and listen to assignments given in a variety of forms.
• Basic understanding of mathematics as related to welding assignments.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License
• Must be willing to travel
• Must be able to complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check

Education and Experience:

• Completion of a formal apprenticeship OR successful completion of an in-company, three-year training program required.
• Must be able to be certified by ZA Construction.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to weld components that are vertical, flat, or overhead.
• Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.
• Must be able to see details at close range.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to traverse facilities and machinery by climbing, balancing, lifting, walking, stooping, and carrying materials.

Pay: $24.00 - $29.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 75 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• Day shift

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Mendenhall, MS 3911

• Plans details of work order procedures; gathers required tools and materials based on instructions and specifications provided for the job.
• Repairs and fabricates various items and equipment using cutting, burning, and welding techniques and equipment.
• Monitors the welding, burning, and fitting process to ensure parts are not overheated or damaged by warping, distortion, expansion, or shrinkage.
• Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area.
• Performs other related duties as assigned