POSITION SUMMARY As a member of the Greens Creek Maintenance group this position performs welding and fabrication, with an emphasis on maintenance inspections, adjustments, and repairs of mine mobile equipment. Safety, Health & Environmental Responsibilities AND Accountabilities Include, but are not limited to: All Hecla personnel shall strive to achieve best practice in safety and health, and assist in the control of incidents, injuries, and loss. Duties include, but are not limited to: • Complying with all necessary requirements put in place to prevent incidents, injuries or losses; • Ensuring the safety and health of themselves and others in the workplace by being responsible for their actions and taking due care while performing their work; • Identifying, eliminating, and reporting hazards as soon as practicable; • Reporting incidents and accidents as soon as practicable; • Disclosing all information regarding incidents and cooperating in incident investigations; • Assisting in the resolution of health and safety matters in a positive and timely manner; • Using and maintaining PPE; • Providing suggestions for improving work processes; • Assisting Management by supporting change to achieve desired targets; • Ensuring that plant and equipment operate within their safe working limits; • Ensuring that correct equipment is used for the job; • Participating in risk assessment methodology; • Participating in safety initiatives; • Receiving training and instruction as required; and • Maintaining good housekeeping standards. RESPONSIBILITIES • Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures • Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements • Set up components for welding according to specifications (e.g. cut material with powered saws to match measurements) • Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded • Align components using calipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces • Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead) • Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps • Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws • Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety Requirements • Proven experience as welder • Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (TIG, MMA etc.) • Experience in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, calipers etc.) • Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings • Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves etc.) • Deftness and attention to detail • Proficient in English • Successful completion of a relevant apprenticeship program is required • Professional Certification (e.g. an AWS welding certificate) will be a plus QUALIFICATIONS Education Requirements High School or equivalent, Structural welding certification preferred Experience Four years’ experience directly related to welding/fabricating and/or machining. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, employees may be frequently required to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time; use hand and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; regularly required to talk and hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision requirements for this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Vision - Constant: • Able to judge distances and spatial relationships to avoid accidents while driving and walking underground • Have clarity of vision while operating machinery, reading gauges, and placing tools • Have clarity of vision for distances while navigating within the mine and access roads efficiently and safely • Able to adjust varying points of reference while safely navigating the terrain, maintaining awareness of traffic, and operating tools and machinery • Able to identify vehicles, machinery, and people in peripheral vision Speaking - Occasional: • Able to clearly communicate with co-workers and supervisors on the radio and in person Hearing - Occasional: • Must wear hearing protection while working in the mine Work Environment & Job Schedule Employees may be frequently exposed to underground work environments; outside weather conditions, wet and/or humid conditions; extreme cold, extreme heat, potentially hazardous wildlife; moving mechanical parts; high precarious places; fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock; explosives and vibration. The noise level in most work environments is usually very loud. This position may occasionally require work on nights or weekends. Greens Creek The Greens Creek Mine, located on Admiralty Island, 18 miles south of Juneau, is an underground polymetallic mine employing approximately 425 people. The mine is owned and operated by Hecla Mining Company, headquartered in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Established in 1891, Hecla has a rich history as a distinguished and respected precious metals producer. Winner of numerous safety and environmental awards, Greens Creek is seeking new team members committed to professional growth and success. Community Juneau, Alaska's capital, is the third largest city in the state. Like Alaska, Juneau is full of contrasts, a sophisticated cosmopolitan city in the heart of the Tongass National Forest. Nestled at the base of mountains overlooking the Gastineau Channel, Juneau is surrounded by intercoastal waterways, lush rain forests, rugged mountainsides, and awe-inspiring glaciers. This small city has it all, the adventure of the "last frontier" as well as a good education system, year-round cultural and sports activities, a wide variety of entertainment, world class fishing and wildlife viewing, temperate weather, and a strong sense of community. Juneau is rich in mining history and Greens Creek is proud to contribute to that heritage by operating in a safe and environmentally responsible manner. Compensation & Benefits Hecla Greens Creek offers competitive pay based on experience and an excellent low-cost benefits package for medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as other coverages such as disability coverage and life insurance. Retirement benefits include a pension plan and 401(k) with company match. Applications & Resumes Applicants must possess current authorization to work in the United States. Resumes are welcome but must be uploaded online and attached to your completed online employment application. You may apply at http://www.hecla-mining.com/careers/. Hecla Greens Creek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please visit Hecla’s website at www.hecla-mining.com and our recruiting page at http://www.hecla-mining.com/careers/
See More Details >>Position Type: Other/Mechanical/Welding SpecialistDate Posted: 7/10/2025Location: MAINTENANCE/CP&CDistrict: Anchorage School DistrictAdditional Information: Show/Hide Bargaining Unit: Maintenance Work Year: 12 months Work Day: 10 hours per day/4 days per week FTE: Full time, 1.0 FTE Salary: M-8, $29.60 to $34.03 per hour, DOEJob Summary The Mechanical/Welding Specialist is responsible for the maintenance of mechanical equipment and welding within Anchorage School District facilities. The location of the work station is subject to contract language concerning shift location/bids. Maintenance employees work a 4/10 schedule with weekends and holidays off. The Anchorage School District offers paid leave and a very competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA and life insurance. This position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Job Requirements The following are required: A high school diploma or equivalent, or current enrollment in a GED program. Minimum of four years of experience within the past six years in mechanical systems such as sheet metal, welding, and machine shop. Work experience must evidence ability to perform such tasks. Must obtain an Alaska class B commercial driver's license with a general knowledge test endorsement within 6 months of hire. The Anchorage School District requires that the selected applicant for this position be given a conditional offer of employment contingent upon successfully passing a post offer/pre-employment physical capacities assessment. Click to view the physical capacities assessment requirements for this position. The following are preferred: A current certified structural welder certificate. A journeyman sheet metal certificate. Essential Job Functions Interprets and works from plans, prints, specifications, and established maintenance procedures. Writes reports when needed. Proficiently uses appropriate computer applications for assigned areas of responsibility. Works with standard mechanical equipment including, but not limited to, wood and metal shop equipment, food service equipment, printing machinery, office furniture, overhead doors, fire doors, hoists, and cranes. Maintains knowledge of equipment and materials used in the manufacture of metal products. Assembles, dismantles, and repairs machinery and mechanical equipment. Ability to routinely work at heights over 20 feet. Installs ventilation changes as needed. Repairs shop equipment. Performs preventive maintenance as needed. Lays out and bends sheet metal as required for assigned work. Orders required material for assigned work. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with others. Works cooperatively with others and within established maintenance and safety procedures. Other related duties as assigned Physical /Mental Demands The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment. The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability. Work Environment Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings. While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Additional Job Information This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED). This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information. The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.');document.write('
See More Details >>Carpenter, Laborer, Apprentice, Operator, Welder - Juneau, AlaskaDate Posted: 04/03/2025 Location: Juneau, AK Pay Range: $25.00 - $40.00Application Instructions TO APPLY: Please complete the application, or upload a resume. Position Description Dawson Construction, LLC is hiring for the following field positions for work in Juneau or Southeast Alaska. Applicants should be willing to work in a “Safety First” work environment as safety is our top priority. Our people are our most important and valuable assets, and we will not put them at risk. • Carpenter • Laborer • Apprentice Carpenter or Laborer • Welder/Iron Worker • Heavy Equipment Operator Benefits: • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance for full time • 401k or Roth Retirement • Job Type: Full-time and Seasonal • Pay Range: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour We are always looking to promote within, so get your foot in the door and create your path to the top on the Dawson team! • Exemplifies the culture of hard work and continuous improvement while fostering stability and sustainable growth. Position Requirements Skills, Knowledge and Abilities • Knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials and supplies used in construction work, or ability to follow instructions and learn. • Attention to detail • Manual dexterity • Math skills; basic math is used everyday • Problem-solving skills • Knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions • Ability to work independently, complete daily activities according to work schedule, and meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency • Ability to lift heavy objects up to 100 lbs., walk and stand for long periods of time and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions • Ability to communicate orally and in writing, as well as understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions • Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely • Ability to arrive on time to work every day • Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. PI277853344
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