Fabricator/Welder

St. Louis, MO

Full Time

OPEN

Entry Level

This position works on Goodwin Brothers’ equipment to build and make repairs. Work is done on heavy construction equipment and on-highway trucks. The work needs to be performed in the safest, most effective way possible to avoid downtime. This position involves physical labor like lifting and moving equipment, handling parts for heavy machinery, and using various types of equipment.

Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent required
Trade school or related training desired
Currently hold a valid CDL license (Class A or B) or the ability to obtain CDL within 60 days
Must have previous experience as a welder or fabricator with a focus on heavy equipment, or related field that showcases similar skills
Experience repairing and maintaining cranes is highly desired

Job specifics include:

Ensures a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task
Dismantles and reassembles heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools, as needed
Understands and inspects machines or heavy equipment to diagnose issues
Overhauls and tests machines or equipment to ensure operating efficiency
Examine parts for damage or excessive wear, repairing and replacing damaged or worn parts
Tests mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturer’s specifications
Completes all paperwork as necessary, including but not limited to work orders, parts requests, timecards, logs, pre-trip/post-trip inspections, etc.

COMPENSATION: Commensurate with experience and union pay.
Benefits include a full health insurance package for the employee and family with 100% company paid premiums.

Throughout our over 75-year history, Goodwin Brothers’ job has been to build. Come build with us. Goodwin Brothers Construction Company has a career opportunity for a Heavy Machine Mechanic. Goodwin Brothers Construction Co. prides itself on being a self-performing General Contractor in heavy industrial, municipal and civil type projects. Since 1947, we have instilled the value of long-term relationships built through our commitment to upholding the highest craftsmanship and integrity. We are St. Louis based, family-owned company with operations in St. Louis and Kansas City. Learn about the company at goodwinbros.com.

Goodwin Brothers Construction Co. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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