Helper

Long Beach, MS 39560

Industry: Construction Job Number: AO270787626 Pay Rate: $16 / hour

Job Description

A fabrication helper safely assists shop mechanics with material staging, heavy component movement, and general shop cleanup in a controlled manufacturing environment. Key duties include loading and unloading building parts, operating basic shop tools, and maintaining a clean workspace.
Position Overview
  • Job Title: Fabrication Shop Helper
  • Location: Long Beach, Mississippi (Manufacturing & Fabrication Facility)
  • Reports To: Fabrication Shop Foreman / Superintendent
  • Position Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Core Responsibilities
  • Material Handling: Load, unload, and safely distribute raw metals, steel pipe spools, and sheet metal components.
  • Shop Support: Assist skilled pipefitters, welders, and sheet metal mechanics with assembly preparation.
  • Equipment Tending: Operate basic shop equipment, hand tools, and material transport devices (e.g., pallet jacks, overhead cranes if certified).
  • Quality & Blueprint Following: Read basic production instructions, shop tags, and follow detailed workflow layouts.
  • Housekeeping & Safety: Maintain a secure and clean work environment, adhere strictly to OSHA safety protocols, and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Qualifications & Requirements
  • Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Experience: 1 to 2 years of hands-on experience in a construction, manufacturing, or heavy industrial shop environment.
  • Physical Demands: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for prolonged shifts, and perform repetitive physical tasks (bending, kneeling, climbing).
  • Reliability: Reliable daily transportation to the Long Beach facility and a punctual, team-first work ethic.
  • Communication: Clear verbal communication skills to coordinate effectively with shop leads and project teams.

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