ABOUT THE COMPANY:
Cactus Varied Industries is a millwright and fabrication company located in Amarillo, TX. A division of Cactus Feeders, Cactus Varied Industries offers a variety of millwright and fabrication services. Cactus Feeders, is 100% Employee Owned with its 800+ employees producing a million fed cattle and 700,000 market hogs annually with gross revenues of over $1 Billion. The Company has cattle feedyards throughout the Texas Panhandle and Southwest Kansas with hog operations in Iowa, South Carolina, and Georgia.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The welder/fabricator will be responsible for installing and repairing millwright machinery and troubleshooting mechanical failures. Additionally, the welder/fabricator will collaborate with other Cactus Varied Industries (CVI) employees to complete millwright projects and maintenance.
ABOUT THE POSITION:
- Acquire necessary licenses to operate forklift
- Operate welding shop equipment to prepare components for welding such as shearing, breaking, punching, rolling and metal cold saw
- Assist electricians, welders, and other skilled trades to complete assigned tasks
- Assist in fabricating metal production components by using cutting torch and welding equipment
- Assist in pipe fitting and bolting up flanges by using the proper techniques and tools to complete task
- Assist in rigging process components for removal and installation by following proper rigging techniques to complete tasks
- Attend group meetings to learn new or modified welding techniques, safety practices or to review new projects
- Clean/degrease weld joint or work area by using wire brush, portable grinder, or chemical spray to clean surface for welding
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Able to work in team environment and able to execute self-directed assignments with little supervision
- Able to work in elevated areas, in a variety of environmental conditions (heat, cold, dust, etc), climb stairs/ladders, sit, and stand for extended periods of time
- Able to lift 50 lbs
- Able to read and interpret blueprints
- Exhibit regular and prompt attendance
- Display strong communication skills (oral and written)
- Willing to work overtime and travel to feedyard locations throughout Kansas and Texas; Position is estimated to be 70% travel and 30% at CVI’s Millwright/Fabrication facility
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school, GED, or completion of Technical or Trade School certificate (Preferred, but not required)
- 1-2 years of Welding and Fabrication experience
- Ability to work independently and in a team setting
PAY AND BENEFITS:
- Compensation based on experience and skill set
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Packages
- 100% Paid Retirement through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- 401K
- Paid Vacation & Sick Leave