Journeyman Welder/Pipefitter - Industrial Maintenance

Amalgamated Sugar Company is seeking experienced Welders, Pipefitters, and Combination Welder/Pipefitters to join our maintenance team in Nampa, Idaho. This position supports the installation, fabrication, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of equipment, facilities, and piping systems throughout a continuous-process manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities

• Welding
  • Perform MIG, TIG, FCAW, and Stick (SMAW) welding.
  • Must pass a 6G welding test to be employed.
  • Weld carbon steel, stainless steel, and structural steel components.
  • Fabricate equipment, brackets, supports, guards, and maintenance components.
  • Complete repair welding on process equipment and facility infrastructure.
  • Interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and fabrication specifications.
• Pipefitting
  • Install, fabricate, modify, and repair industrial piping systems.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and piping drawings.
  • Lay out, cut, bend, thread, groove, and assemble piping systems.
  • Install and maintain process, steam, water, air, and utility piping.
  • Troubleshoot piping and fluid handling systems.
• Industrial Maintenance
  • Perform preventative and corrective maintenance activities.
  • Support planned maintenance outages and emergency repairs.
  • Work with mechanics, electricians, engineers, and operations personnel.
  • Maintain accurate work records and complete work orders.
  • Assist with equipment installation and facility improvement projects.
• Safety
  • Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
  • Comply with Lockout/Tagout, confined space, hot work, and fall protection requirements.
  • Wear required personal protective equipment.
  • Maintain clean and organized work areas.
  • Promote a strong safety culture throughout the facility.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One of the following:
  • Welding certification; OR
  • Pipefitter apprenticeship; OR
  • Equivalent industrial maintenance experience.
• Three years of experience in welding, pipefitting, fabrication, maintenance, construction, manufacturing, or a related skilled trade.
• Ability to read blueprints, technical drawings, and work instructions.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and plant shutdowns as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Industrial manufacturing experience.
• Experience in food processing, agricultural processing, mining, energy, refinery, or chemical plant environments.
• TIG, MIG, FCAW, and Stick welding experience.
• Stainless steel welding experience.
• Pipe welding experience.
• Mechanical troubleshooting and repair experience.
• Rigging and crane operation experience.
• OSHA safety training or relevant certifications.

Physical Requirements

• Lift and carry up to 55 pounds.
• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Climb ladders, stairs, and elevated platforms.
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures.
• Bend, kneel, squat, reach, and perform physically demanding work.
• Work safely around moving machinery and industrial equipment.

Pay

$39.28 - $41.10 per hour, with opportunities for advancement through this range based on demonstrated skills, certifications, and performance.

Benefits

• Medical insurance available after 30 days (low-cost Blue Cross health plan).
• $800 annual attendance bonus.
• $175 annual boot allowance.
• $250 annual prescription safety glasses allowance.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Pension plan.
• 401(k).
• Full-time year-round employment.

Join a team that produces an essential food product while working in a highly skilled industrial maintenance environment. We are looking for experienced welders, pipefitters, maintenance craftsmen, and fabrication specialists who take pride in quality workmanship, safety, and reliability.