Apprentice - Welder

Apprentice Welder

Location: Phoenix, AZ
Work Arrangement: Onsite- Full time, Permanent

Shift: 4:00 AM -12:30 PM Monday to Friday

What we do at Weir
We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining.

Make your impact
You’ll play a key role in solving real-world challenges. You’ll apply your skills to deliver results that matter whether that’s through engineering, planning or customer support. You’ll work with purpose, learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.

What you’ll do

• Welding Training and Development: Participate in a Registered Apprenticeship Program combining paid, supervised on-the-job training with classroom instruction through East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT). Develop welding and fabrication skills progressively under direct supervision of qualified journey-level employees.

• Daily Responsibilities: Perform welding and fabrication tasks under supervision, learn and apply approved welding processes, tools, and techniques, and follow structured on-the-job learning assignments aligned with apprenticeship standards.

• Quality and Safety Compliance: Use required personal protective equipment (PPE), follow all shop safety rules, maintain quality, housekeeping, and productivity expectations, and immediately report any safety concerns, incidents, or near misses.

• Performance and Progression: Participate in evaluations and skills assessments as required, with task assignments increasing in complexity as skills are demonstrated. Apprentices will not perform skilled welding work independently and are not assigned general labor or full production coverage.

• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.

What you’ll bring
Must-haves:

• High school diploma or GED

• Must be at least 18 years of age and authorized to work in the United States

• Ability to meet physical demands of fabrication and welding work

• Attending and completing all EVIT Related Technical Instruction (RTI) requirements

Nice-to-haves:

• Basic math and mechanical aptitude

• Commitment to learning, safety, and following instructions

Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation

• Excellent Health / Dental / Vision Options

• 5% 401(k) Retirement Match

• Paid Time Off in first year

• Required PPE is provided (boots, safety glasses, coveralls)

Why join Weir?
We live our values we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high, and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes.
We’re passionate about our purpose to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world-class engineering, materials science expertise, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions incorporating our signature technologies.
We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We’re working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.

Compensation: In line with EVIT apprentice guide.

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