Shop Laborer
- Amarillo, TX
- Primarily Shop Based
- Full-Time
Spartan Boiler & Mechanical is the premier commercial and industrial mechanical contractor specializing in boiler systems, steam plant construction, process piping, water treatment equipment, pressure vessel fabrication, and critical mechanical systems throughout the Central United States.
We are seeking a dependable Shop Laborer to support our fabrication shop, service department, and field operations.
This is a hands-on, entry-level position for someone who isn't afraid of physical work and wants an opportunity to learn the industrial mechanical trades.
The work isn't glamorous every day. Shop Laborers help receive and move material, clean and prepare equipment, organize work areas, load and unload trucks, operate basic tools, assist craftsmen, and take care of the hundreds of small jobs required to keep a mechanical contractor operating.
But you'll also work around welders, pipefitters, boiler technicians, fabricators, water treatment technicians, ASME Code work, industrial equipment, and active fabrication projects every day.
Previous boiler, welding, or mechanical experience is not required.
We will teach someone who wants to learn. We need you to show up, work safely, take direction, stay productive, and take pride in doing even the simple jobs correctly.
What You'll Do
Assist welders, fabricators, pipefitters, service technicians, and other Spartan craftsmen
Load, unload, move, and organize pipe, steel, equipment, tools, and materials
Receive and put away incoming materials and supplies
Stage materials, tools, and equipment for fabrication and field projects
Clean and prepare pipe, fittings, plate, structural steel, and fabricated components
Remove mill scale, rust, paint, slag, gasket material, and other contaminants as required
Use grinders, wire wheels, drills, saws, and other common hand and power tools
Assist with cutting, grinding, beveling, and material preparation under supervision
Clean and prepare boilers, tanks, pressure vessels, pumps, and mechanical equipment for repair or fabrication
Assist with equipment disassembly and reassembly
Assist with boiler tube removal, cleaning, and other boiler repair activities when required
Help prepare equipment for painting and finishing
Maintain clean and organized fabrication and work areas
Sweep floors, empty scrap and trash containers, and keep aisles and work areas clear
Sort and properly dispose of scrap steel and other materials
Maintain steel racks, material-storage areas, and shop equipment
Load and unload trucks and trailers
Secure materials and equipment for transportation
Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, carts, and material-handling equipment after appropriate training
Clean and maintain company tools and equipment
Assist with shop and yard maintenance
Help prepare equipment and materials for upcoming jobs
Make occasional parts or material pickups and deliveries
Assist field crews at customer facilities when required
Follow Spartan safety requirements and instructions from supervisors and craftsmen
Take on additional responsibilities as skills and experience develop
Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma or GED
Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record
Ability to pass required background screening and drug testing
Dependable and punctual
Willingness to perform physically demanding work
Ability to safely lift, carry, push, pull, and move materials and equipment
Comfortable working around industrial equipment, welding, fabrication, and mechanical operations
Ability to safely use basic hand tools
Willingness to learn the proper use of power tools and shop equipment
Ability to read a tape measure or willingness to learn
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to work independently once given a task
Ability to work effectively as part of a crew
Willingness to get dirty when the work requires it
Willingness to work both indoors and outdoors in varying conditions
Willingness to perform occasional field work and travel when required
Strong safety awareness
Demonstrated history of dependable employment, school attendance, military service, or other evidence of reliability
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience is helpful, but not required.
Special consideration will be given to candidates with experience involving:
Construction
Welding or fabrication
Pipefitting or plumbing
Mechanical or industrial work
Automotive, diesel, or equipment repair
Agriculture or farm/ranch work
Oilfield work
Warehouse or material handling
Forklift operation
Trailer operation and load securement
Grinders, saws, drills, and other power tools
Reading a tape measure and basic fabrication layout
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
Trade school, welding school, or vocational education
Prior military service, particularly experience involving mechanical maintenance, construction, utilities, engineering, equipment operation, fabrication, or other hands-on technical work
Benefits include:
100% employer-paid employee health insurance
Dental and vision coverage
Health Savings Account
Life insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Accrued Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Company-provided specialty tools and equipment
Paid training
Opportunities to learn welding, fabrication, pipefitting, mechanical equipment, and other industrial trades
Opportunities for advancement within Spartan
Start Here. Build Your Trade.
You don't have to know boilers to start a career at Spartan.
You don't have to arrive as a certified welder, experienced pipefitter, or trained service technician either.
But you do have to be willing to work.
A Shop Laborer works alongside experienced craftsmen and gets firsthand exposure to the industrial mechanical trades. If you pay attention, ask good questions, learn how to use the tools correctly, and prove that you can be depended on, there is a tremendous amount you can learn here.
At Spartan, that can include:
Industrial safety and proper tool use
Reading a tape measure and basic layout
Material identification
Pipe, fittings, valves, and flanges
Grinding, cutting, and material preparation
Welding and fabrication fundamentals
Industrial pipefitting
Rigging and material handling
Boiler construction and repair
Pumps and mechanical equipment
Water treatment equipment
ASME and NBIC Code work
Commercial and industrial mechanical systems
Employees who demonstrate the aptitude, work ethic, and desire to advance may have opportunities to move into any of our many other trades and service departments.
We can teach you a trade. We can't teach you to show up, work hard, or care about the quality of your work.
$15.00 - $25.00/hr - Pay Based on Experience and Demonstrated Capability
READY TO JOIN SPARTAN?
If your experience and work ethic align with what we're looking for, we'd like to hear from you. Complete the application below and attach your résumé for consideration.