Overview:
We're excited to hire and welcome team members to our national park locations! Xanterra Travel Collection(r) is a private company that provides concession services within national parks. All services operated by Xanterra, including lodging, dining, retail, and tour operations, are currently open and continue to operate as planned for the 2025 summer season. Any potential government layoffs within the National Park Service do not impact our positions or job offers.
Join our Railway Mechanical Operations team at the Grand Canyon Railway and Hotel!
Why Welding?
Got a passion for welding and craftsmanship? Join our team as a Welder and bring your skills to life in a dynamic and rewarding environment! From precision welding to tackling exciting projects, you'll be at the heart of creating quality, durable work. If you're dedicated, detail-oriented, and ready to take on new challenges, we want YOU to join our team and help us build something amazing!
Job Summary:
This is a full time year round position located in the beautiful city of Williams, AZ. The Certified Welder I is a skilled level position responsible for performing simple, routine, and repetitive tasks using standard welding procedures, tools, materials, machines, and equipment; ability to weld metal using stick, MIG, TIG, cutting with torch and plasma.
The Details:
Position Type: Full-Time, Year-Round
Pay: Depending On Experience
Schedule: 4 days per week, 10 hours per day
Life at the Grand Canyon Railway:
* No employee housing available
* A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
* Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world!
Benefits and Perks:
* Free gym and pool access
* Free train tickets
* Free entry to Bearizona
* Exclusive retail and dining discounts at GCR and other Xanterra properties
* The adventure of a lifetime!
Responsibilities:
* Fully understand and support Xanterra Mission Statement and Core Values.
* Read and interpret blueprints, working drawings and sketches, performing accurate math calculations and layout.
* performs simple, routine, and repetitive tasks using standard welding procedures, tools, materials, machines and equipment
* Works in confined spaces and standing for extended periods of time.
* Operates machinery and tools, using required safety equipment and PPE, including various forms of respirators and eye protection.
* Cleans equipment and work area using proper materials, and follows environmental policy and procedure in regard to proper disposal of hazardous waste materials and SDS Sheets.
* Follows instructions, responds to management direction, takes responsibilities for own actions and keeps commitments.
* Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
* Must have at least (4) four years' previous experience in welding with ability to safely weld using stick, MIG, TIG, and ability to demonstrate cutting skills using torch and plasma cutter and fabrication skills that meet visual appearance standards.
* Must be willing and able to pass a 6G welding test for qualification.
* Must be able to weld stainless steel.
* Possess a valid Arizona Driver's License and comply with Xanterra/GCR Vehicle Policy.
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:
* Frequently standing, walking, handling, reaching outward, reaching above shoulder, bending/stooping lifting/carrying up to 50lbs, and pushing/pulling up to 25lbs. Twisting, using eye/hand coordination, manual dexterity, using wrist motion, and ascending and descending ladder.
* Occasionally sitting, climbing, crawling, squatting/kneeling, lifting/carrying up to 100lbs, and pushing/pulling up to 100lbs.
* Constantly listening, hearing, seeing, and speaking.
* Will be required to stand and walk for long periods of time on cement floors and to occasionally walk on uneven surfaces and onboard moving equipment.
Xanterra Parks & Resorts(r) Grand Canyon Railway (GCR) "We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, Female/Minority/Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity."
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