Idaho Asphalt Supply, Inc. is a leading asphalt supplier and marketer in the Inland Northwest and Pacific Northwest Regions. With plants in Idaho, Utah, Wyoming, Montana, Oregon, California, and Arizona, IAS supplies a diverse product line of asphalts, polymer-modified asphalt, and asphalt emulsions to the road maintenance and construction industry. IAS is looking for an energized and flexible self-starter to fill a full-time opening for a Welder I at our Blackfoot, ID facility.
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Position Overview:
The welder job is a highly skilled craftsman position that requires journeyman level skills and expertise in welding, pipe fitting, fabrication and general maintenance. Welders may have and use other skills such as plant operators, field machinists, or electricians. They are responsible for major maintenance on tanks and piping systems and for fabrication of pipe racks, equipment stands and other items necessary to maintain the safe and efficient operation of the plants. When welders are working from their home bases, they work with local operations managers to prioritize their work and they manage their own work schedule. When business levels are especially high, they may be asked to help with operational tasks in addition to their construction and maintenance tasks. When larger projects occur, the construction manager or construction supervisor will call for the welders to travel as needed to support the projects and will set their priorities and travel schedules. The welders will be assigned tasks and work independently from formal plans or from informal sketches or verbal requests. As jobs are finished the manager or supervisor will assess the project needs and reassign welders to new tasks. Specific welder responsibilities include:

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 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 operations process equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.
Maintain welding equipment, vehicle and necessary tools and supplies.

Welder’s report to the construction manager or the construction supervisor. When they are stationed at home, they work independently with general direction received by local operations management. They are responsible for maintaining their equipment and ordering supplies as necessary. When assignments are made, the welders work independently to accomplish the task and clean up the work area in preparation to resume operations.

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Position Responsibilities:*

Proven experience as a welder including 6G certification for welding pipe and pipelines.
Experience using and maintaining portable welding equipment.
Experience in using electrical and manual tools (saws, squares, calipers etc.).
Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings.
Ability to operate boom trucks, forklifts and other equipment necessary to complete projects.
Knowledge of safety standards such as hot work in hazardous areas and willingness to closely follow safety rules and use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves, fall etc.).
A deft and steady hand and attention to detail.
Successful completion of a relevant apprenticeship program is required.
Willingness and ability to assist in other operations as needed to support the business.

Work Environment:
The bulk of the welder’s time is spent in the field doing layout work, planning the construction, troubleshooting problems and welding or running heavy equipment or doing any other tasks necessary to keep the projects moving forward efficiently. Welders are stationed at different facilities throughout our network of plants. When working from their home base, they work with the local operations management to set priorities on maintenance tasks and take direction from the Construction manager or supervisor on local project activities. With responsibility for supporting more than a dozen locations, welders may spend from 25% - 50% of their time on the road often for extended periods of time. The bulk of the work is outside in environments as hot as the Arizona deserts in summer and as cold as the Wyoming Rockies in the winter.

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Required Skills/Abilities:*
A welder must have a basic understanding of Geometry and trigonometry to allow them to lay out piping runs and fabrication work without guidance. The must be able to read and interpret design drawings or work from verbal instructions or hand sketches to complete the desired task. Welders often must develop their own design solutions to solve problems or complete projects. Welders are required to have a 6G welding certification. Welders learn their craft through formal vocational education and/or an apprenticeship program. Typical experience necessary to perform the required tasks is 5 or more years.

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Physical Requirements:*

Must be able to lift, carry, pull, and/or push or otherwise move 5 - 50 pounds daily/frequently.
Must be able to stand, walk, kneel, crouch, climb, and reach/working overhead daily/frequently.
Must be able to sit, balance, stoop, and crawl occasionally.
Must be able to work in extreme seasonal weather conditions.
Must be able to wear personal protective gear on a daily basis.

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About Us*
The success of Idaho Asphalt Supply is built by a dedicated team of professionals who excel in their roles and, in turn, we are seeking the best in class talent: professionals, scientists, engineers, advanced thinkers, and people who thrive on growth and collaboration to co-create the future of Idaho Asphalt.

To be the BEST, we must employ the BEST. We offer a competitive total rewards package, an innovative, dynamic, and fast-paced learning culture, and research environment.

Founded in 1976, our company is now a third-generation family business supplying materials to the highway construction industry. Our company is FIRST CHOICE in the industry due to our relentless pursuit of continuous improvement of the products and services we provide to our customers.

Idaho Asphalt Supply, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 per hour

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