Welder Trainee - Day Shift in Vernal, Utah at Coyote Tanks LLC

About Coyote Tanks Inc.

Coyote Tanks Inc. is a leader in API tank manufacturing, delivering high-quality products with speed, precision, and accountability. Coyote Tanks builds critical equipment for the energy and industrial sectors out of the Utah Basin. We operate with a lean manufacturing mindset—no chaos, no excuses, just results.

We are growing fast, and our people are the reason. This role exists to make sure that as we scale, we stay a place where skilled, motivated people want to build their careers.

Position Summary

The Welder Trainee is an entry-level position for an individual with little to no welding experience who is willing to learn the welding trade, the duties of the job, and the tank-building process in the Coyote Tanks shop. Working under the direction of the Shop Foreman and alongside experienced welders, the trainee will learn to use welding tools and supplies in the welding of large tanks that are used in the oil field and chemical industries. The trainee is expected to learn to read and interpret blueprints and drawings, and to have the confidence to ask questions whenever instructions or drawings are unclear. The trainee must perform all job functions with a “safety first” mentality and must comply with all company policies and procedures. The trainee coordinates with the Shop Foreman to ensure that their assigned duties and training are aimed at accomplishing Coyote Tanks Inc business strategy. As skills and knowledge develop, the trainee will be given increasing responsibility with the goal of advancing to the Welder position.

Every Welder Trainee is expected to:

• Learn to deliver quality work that guarantees satisfaction and value for our customers.
• Contribute to a safe work environment that fosters pride in being part of a winning team and promotes personal growth. It is everyone’s responsibility to meet OSHA requirements on the job and to attend and practice what is covered in ongoing safety training.
• Ask questions, listen, and take direction. Anticipate “next thing” by thinking through the next step in the process of what you are doing, and make suggestions that will help us increase productivity.
• Maintain a positive company attitude and ensure their individual effort is aligned with the company goals.

You ensure that you do your part as your team is responsible for supporting the company vision and mission.

Measure of Performance

• Meeting or exceeding training and operational goals as established jointly with the Shop Foreman, your mentors, and other members of the Management Team.
• Shows steady progress in welding skill and in knowledge of tank-building processes.
• Conducts himself/herself in a professional and cooperative manner at all times, and is receptive to coaching and feedback.
• Complies with all company policies, safety rules, and attendance expectations.
• Maintains professional appearance at all times.

Day Shift Hours: 6:00am-4:30pm

*Must be 18 years or older to apply*

Key Responsibilities

The primary responsibility of the welder trainee is to learn the trade by assisting with and performing work as directed by the Shop Foreman and assigned mentors in the construction and welding of ordered tanks.

Authority

The welder trainee works under the direct guidance of the Quality Control Manager, and assigned mentors, and is given the authority to complete the training activities and tasks assigned to them. The trainee is to ensure that all of his/her activity follows the schedule as explained by the Shop Foreman or General Manager. We have steady work that has to be done every day to meet our delivery schedules.

• Can ask questions and request additional instruction or demonstration of any task or procedure from the Shop Foreman or mentors.
• Needs to review all company Standard Operating Procedures.
• Can request safety equipment and supplies, and should report any equipment or safety concern to the Shop Foreman immediately.
• Has the authority to stop work and ask for help whenever unsure that a task can be performed safely.

General and Administrative

• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor that reflects the company’s commitment to quality, continuous improvement and respect for individuals.
• Show a willingness to learn the welding trade, industry practices, and new technologies.
• Ensure that housekeeping is maintained on the job sites and the overall appearance of the company site is pleasing to the customers and provides a healthy and satisfactory work environment for the crews.
• Review any new processes and procedures developed by Management.
• Assist with the Daily Reports to office if asked by the Shop Foreman.
• Follows Safe work procedures for all operational activities.
• Complete required reports on a timely basis. Keep activity log updated on a daily basis to track output and productivity.
• Records all time usage accurately.

Operational Procedures

• Perform assigned welding and fabrication tasks as directed, learning proper technique and procedures from experienced welders.
• Perform basic shop tasks as assigned, such as material handling, fit-up assistance, grinding, cleanup, and care of tools and equipment.
• Learn to read and interpret blueprints and drawings, and ask questions if anything is unclear.
• Ensure that all safety precautions are followed.
• Welder trainees must use personal protective equipment during all operations.
• Follow the Company Rules and Progressive Discipline procedures.
• If moving to another project, review the existing job status with your mentor or replacement.
• Learn and follow safe work practices in key areas such as working in a safe manner, procedures for working in confined spaces, and compliance with the use of personal safety equipment.

Customer Support

• Ensure the company focuses on providing outstanding customer service.
• Learn to follow established job budgets by keeping track of hours, material usage, equipment needs and status of tools if requested by the Shop Foreman.

Staff Management

• Attend operational meetings and training sessions when requested, and report progress and any questions or concerns to your Shop Foreman on a daily basis.

Additional Duties

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed. You will be expected to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested by ownership.

Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Conditions

• Appearance at all times must represent the company image.
• The work for this position will be predominately shop work.
• Work area may have fluorescent lighting and air conditioning.
• Shop sites have harsher conditions at times.
• Noise level is usually moderate in the office and loud in the shops.
• Fast-paced environment: subject to numerous schedule and priority changes and short notice activity.
• Must be able to work standing up, laying down, or on your knees or squatting down.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on short notice.

Benefits

Offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Life and disability Insurance

Benefits may vary based on employment classification and hours worked.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Coyote Tanks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Required

• Willingness and desire to learn the welding trade, job duties, and tank-building process.
• Ability to work under direction and to accept coaching and feedback.
• Commitment to comply with all company policies, procedures, and safety rules.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to do routine math calculations.
• Willingness to learn to read blueprints and drawings.
• Dependable and punctual, and able to work as part of a team in a fast-paced shop environment.

Preferred

• No prior welding experience is required. Welding coursework, trade school training, or shop or metalworking experience is a plus.