Entry Level Offshore Rope Access Welding Jobs in Virginia

Rogers Group, headquartered in Nashville, TN is a privately held aggregates and asphalt highway construction company with quarry and asphalt construction operations in 13 states with over 3,500 employees. Rogers Group, established in 1908, has the distinction of being recognized as the largest privately held aggregate producer in the United States.

Rogers Group is currently seeking an individual to fill a MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN position in the Glade Hill, VA area for our Virginia SMA operations. This individual will be responsible for performing fixed plant repairs in an aggregate processing facility and assisting with various production duties as needed.

The successful candidate for this position will have a strong background of experience in welding, fabrication, and fixed plant repair work and a strong commitment to safety excellence. Experience or background in metal fabrication, cutting, and machinery repair - is preferred.

Job Details:

• Wages starting at $18.00/hr. for entry level candidates. Some positions require no experience and Rogers Group will train. 
• Higher pay for skilled operators of heavy equipment with quarry and mining experience. Overtime available and extensive medical and retirement benefits.Operate haul trucks to remove overburden and stripping material for quarry production.

Job Responsibilities:

• This individual performs various tasks in an aggregate processing facility. 
• Crane experience a plus. 
• Must possess ability to use cutting torch and welder and show demonstrated heavy industrial field welding abilities. 
• Must be able to multi-task and be mechanically inclined.
  

Qualifications:

• Uncompromising focus on safety excellence.
• At least 1 year of previous professional welding experience is required - with emphasis on mig and stick welding.
• Previous fixed plant maintenance or related industry experience is required.
• Experience in steel erection/destruction - fabricating, cutting, fitting, and welding - is preferred.
• Must have mechanical aptitude/ability to diagnose and perform plant repairs as needed.
• Experience working with crushers, conveyors and screens is preferred but not required.
• Previous mining/quarry/maintenance experience preferred but not required.

• Self-motivated individual - must be able to perform required duties independently, without constant supervision.

• Must be flexible on working hours and locations with the ability to adapt to different work environments.
• May be called upon at the discretion of management to perform any other duties assigned and/or assist other areas as necessary.
• Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, and nights when necessary.
• Must be willing to work outside in a variety of conditions.
• Must have a clean motor vehicle record.

As a Rogers Group employee, you will have access to our competitive company benefits, including:

• Group insurance options plus Health Savings Account with annual company contribution.
• Company paid life insurance, disability insurance, and more.
• Retirement 401K account with company contribution and match.
• Paid Holiday Shutdown period between Christmas and New Years in addition to 7 holidays throughout the year.
• Paid vacation - 1 week at 1 year; 2 weeks at 2 years; 3 weeks at 5 years; 4 weeks at 20 years of service.
• Annual merit-based pay increase.

RGI EEO Statement

An Equal Opportunity Employer seeking candidates without regard to age, race, national origin, gender, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other protected status. All applications are accepted online at www.rogersgroupinc.com