Welder In Training Jobs in Alaska (NOW HIRING)

Job Summary: We are seeking a hardworking, experienced professional to serve as a Process Maintenance General Foreman. This role will be responsible for managing and executing multi-disciplinary projects as well as establishing a professional working team environment.

This is a non-exempt, salary position, reporting directly to the Yukon Regional Director.

The selected candidate must be located in or willing to relocate to the Palmer, AK area.

Benefits Included:

• Insurance - Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401k Company Match
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (Accrued)

Job Duties and Responsibilities include but aren't limited to:

• Must have a proven record of commitment to Safety
• Demonstrate proper use and safe handling of tools, equipment and materials
• Comply with all policies and procedures in Employee Handbook
• Excellent leadership, verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• Must be an active listener, recognizing diverse perspectives and be capable of facilitating collaboration
• Ability to confront difficult situations and manages them to a successful conclusion
• Must be dedicated to supporting the team through mentoring, training, and succession planning activities
• Must have a clear understanding of the product lines that we promote and the ability to communicate to customers the features and benefits of each
• Be able and willing to work a variety of schedules, including day or night shifts
• Ability to safely lift 75-100 lbs. frequently, using proper lifting techniques
• Ability to perform and obtain necessary work permits (including confined space procedures), operation of monitoring equipment and all related paperwork and reporting requirements
• Knowledge of documents required to enter mine site(s)
• Ability to organize 5000-23's for all sites (hazard and site specific, annual refresher, badges) and make them available on demand
• Initiate and participate in training activities within the group
• Ability to complete job walks and provide accurate job quotes
• Knowledge and understanding of DOT regulations
• Other job duties as assigned by management

Position-Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for site project management and ensuring activities are accomplished in a safe and effective manner.
• Direct crews including project oversight, scheduling, timekeeping, disciplinary action, and assisting in the professional development of crew members.
• Assist in project selection and bidding, and perform sales functions and service calls.
• Performs skilled industrial mechanical work in connection with mining and industrial environments.
• Skilled in operating hand and shop tools and powered equipment common to the mechanical trade.
• Ability to properly use cutting/welding equipment (torch, welder).
• Proficient in the use of basic rigging/lifting devices (cables, chains, come-along, shackles, slings, straps, electric winches).
• Proficient in operating a forklift, come along, air impacts, air hoist, tugger, hydraulic rams, and porta powers.
• Ability to read and apply blueprints enabling construction.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver's license is required upon hire and as a condition of continued employment.
• Must be willing to travel.
• 5-10 years experience in Industrial mechanical, construction, millwright, and pipefitting trades.
• Knowledge of methods and materials common to industrial maintenance and construction trade.
• Maintain required certifications for work assignments. (MSHA, OSHA, site-specific safety, and equipment specific.).
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft platform, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Ability to develop and sustain positive working relationships with all personnel
• Possess good communication skills, i.e., written, verbal and listening
• Problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to safely lift 75-100 pounds frequently, using proper lifting techniques.

Criteria/Conditions

• Work is performed in various industrial settings, including Shop, mining, and construction environments.
• Work includes operating both indoors and outdoors - elements vary by season and geographic location.
• While performing the duties of this job, you will be required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, work on elevated platforms, talk, hear, and see.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required on a regular basis. Proper identification and use of PPE, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, respirator, gloves, and other required protective equipment as required.

RAM Enterprise, Inc. promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and ongoing random drug testing.

RAM Enterprise, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

RAM Enterprise, Inc. is a DOT-compliant company and abides by all DOT regulations.