At West Hawaii Concrete, we take care of our team because we know it’s our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country, and we are a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are the key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index.
Duties and/or Responsibilities:
- Promote Company’s Purpose, Mission, and Vision statements.
- Perform daily equipment, walk around, and site inspections to identify and correct any unsafe conditions and keep equipment properly maintained.
- Operate and maintain welders, cutting torch, plasma cutter, chop saws, and other welding/fabricating equipment.
- Read, interpret, and follow blueprints, diagrams, drawing specifications, and other written instructions or procedures to safely and accurately complete equipment repairs and or fabricate complete components.
- Rework and/or repair welded parts, equipment, and components.
- Utilize skills to fabricate metal components as needed.
- Use hand and power tools common to the trade.
- Operate mobile equipment such a forklifts, telehandlers, man lifts, etc.
- Communicate effectively (verbal, written, listening). Frequent contact and communications with others within and outside the company to ensure all equipment is running properly.
- Self-motivated team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Perform all work in accordance with quality standards and established safety procedures.
- Ability to maintain positive team member relations and act courteous/respectful of others.
- Maintain clean and safe work area.
- Always work safely and take action to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes, and behaviors.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Knowledge of welding materials, welding properties, and various types of metals.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and diagrams.
- Good troubleshooting skills.
- 2+ years’ experience welding and fabricating.
- Proficient in all types of welding including pipefitting and overhead.
- Experience in mechanical work such as training belts, installing belts, installing v-belts, gearboxes, and changing bearings.
- Able to work independently and as a team player.
- Willing to work irregular schedule including mornings, evenings, & weekends.
- Must be willing to travel to different work sites.
- Comfortable working outdoors in extreme weather conditions and in a noisy, dusty environment.
- Must be able to work safely in a busy environment with moving machinery.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds occasionally throughout the day.
- Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
Preferred Requirements:
- Mechanical and repair of heavy equipment.
- Basic knowledge of plant operation, conveyor system, and maintenance.
- Equipment operation, confined space training, and forklift certification.
- Associates degree in Welding Technology or equivalent certification.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Good communication skills at multiple levels.
- Collaboration with team members to complete projects/repairs in a timely manner.
- Proper operation of welding equipment and knowledge of which welding rods to use on different types of metal.
- Know how to successfully Log Out and Tag Out equipment using Company procedures.
- Be physically able to climb stairs and ladders or other physically demanding tasks as necessary in performing inspections and completing tasks.
- Able to work in varying environments – hot, cold, dusty, noisy field conditions.
- Able to lift and carry heavy items weighing 50 pounds.
- Basic safety rules and procedures.
- Must be able to work in a non-smoking, drug/alcohol free environment.
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, prescription, & vision insurance
- Flexible Spending accounts
- 401K with Company match
- Profit sharing
- 11 paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Safety Incentives
- Years of Service Recognition
- Vacation and sick pay
How to Apply:
West Hawaii Concrete is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law.
We are a drug free work environment requiring pre-employment drug testing, background check, and physical abilities assessment.
You may apply online at https://jobs.kniferiver.net
If unable to apply online, please mail completed application to:
WHC, Ltd. (Attn: Susan)
P.O. Box 1390
Kailua-Kona, HI 96745
