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About this Welding Summer Student role at Sawtooth Mining

Sawtooth Mining · Onsite · Beulah, ND

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Employee Type: Intern (Trainee)

This program requires students currently pursuing an associate or technical welding degree, who have completed a portion of their curriculum, and will be completing their program after the co-op experience. The program is not designed for graduates. Work will be performed at a surface lignite coal mine.

Job Description:
 

Essential Duties:

  • Perform welding repairs and fabrication on mining equipment.
  • Read and understand blueprints to assemble and fabricate parts from them.
  • Locate and repair cracks in metal parts and structural members.
  • Assist mechanics and other maintenance personnel as needed.
  • Perform duties in accordance with MSHA law and regulations, established company safety procedures and state and federal environmental regulations.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Strong work ethic with effective communication skills and a creative and innovative attitude.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a team environment, as well as individually with minimal supervision.
  • Working knowledge of all phases of welding and cutting of metals and understanding metal properties.
  • Ability to read blueprints with knowledge of rigging procedures.
  • Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts.

Education and Training:

  • Valid driver’s license is required.
  • Enrolled in welding technology program and in good academic standing.

ANALYSIS OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS FOR POSITION:

  • Occasionally (0-1/3 of workday): Sitting, crawling and climbing (ladders, entering/exiting equipment); pinching 17 lbs. (tools); lifting and carrying 115 lbs. (dragline teeth, propane tanks); and pushing and pulling 171 lbs. (components).
  • Frequently (1/3-2/3 of workday): Balancing, stooping/bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching overhead and at waist level, and fine finger dexterity (locating and repairing welds and handling tools); and speaking (communication).
  • Continually (2/3-3/3 of workday): Gripping 80 lbs., handling objects, and repetitive motions (welding and tools); standing and walking; and hearing, near vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception (communication and hazard recognition). 

NOTE: This position requires ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. Employees may be exposed to chemicals, dust, noise, and welding fumes and may be required to work at heights/elevated surfaces and on uneven terrain. Employees must be able to safely operate company vehicles/equipment as required. Employees must be able to work while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE), including but not limited to safety footwear, safety glasses, hard hat, and ear protection.


Benefits:

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k) and company match
  • Paid time off
  • Intern fees paid
  • Housing stipend for qualified individuals 

Starting wage: $33.20 (hourly)

Starting date: May 2027

Ending date: August 2027 or December 2027


EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate. You must meet at least the specific minimum requirements listed above to be considered a qualified applicant.

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About Sawtooth Mining

As part of the NACCO Natural Resources portfolio of businesses, which includes North American Coal and North American Mining, Sawtooth Mining brings the benefit of over 110 years of mining experience. Our actions result from the core value of responsible behavior – in our customer relationships, our focus on safety, our involvement in the communities where we live and work, and our care for the environment.

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