CAREERS
At TrueNorth Steel
Employment Opportunities
Life Changing Careers
For more than 70 years, TrueNorth Steel has been delivering quality manufactured and fabricated steel products. Our values of Safety, Integrity, Humility, Focus, Knowledge, Commitment, and Confidence guide our everyday work. We understand that our employees have families and friends who care about them and want them home safe at the end of each day. We count on our employees to bring value to our team and remain dedicated to having a SAFE work place for everyone here.
Are you looking for somewhere that is not just a job, but a career-building opportunity? TrueNorth Steel wants to get you on your way to finding meaningful work in a positive environment of Game Changers!
FEATURED POSITIONS
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Welder/Fabricator (Night Shift) - Fargo, ND
Description
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Follow all company safety and quality requirements.
- Learn company policies and procedures
- Work on basic manufacturing assignments that have set standards
- Follow detailed instructions while observed closely by supervisor or lead
- Problem solve simple and non complex issues that need little judgement
- Perform measurements within specified tolerances
- Learn to read blueprints
- Work well with others
- Work safely and accurately
- Prompt and dependable attendance.
- Other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND QUALITIES
- Perform simple flat and horizontal welds and flat groove welds
- Fit and weld subassemblies with tack or spot weld
- Perform measurements within specified tolerances
- Exhibit knowledge of material identification, equipment utilization and welding equipment set-up and maintenance.
- General knowledge of equipment and operations.
- Basic understanding of Weld symbols
- Understand and follow oral and written directions.
- Read a tape measure (imperial and metric).
- Accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
- Perform work accurately and thoroughly.
- Be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
- Make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
- Be dependable and trustworthy.
- Embrace and demonstrate the qualities of the TrueNorth Steel Game Changer definition
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
- 2-3+ year(s) of welding experience preferred.
Tank Welder (Night Shift) - West Fargo, ND
Description
**All candidates must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen (No longer testing for THC/cannabis)
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
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Embrace and demonstrate the qualities of the TrueNorth Steel Game Changer definition
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Follow all company safety and quality requirements
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Mastered all aspects of level 1 position
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Qualified in welding disciplines required for the facility
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Able to work on semi routine assignments
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Requires minimal help from supervisor on new tasks
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Shows initiative to recognize areas of opportunity within current standard procedures
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Maintains technical qualifications required for positions
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Prompt and dependable attendance
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Other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND QUALITIES
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Exhibit knowledge of material identification, equipment utilization and welding equipment set-up and maintenance
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Fits and welds subassemblies into final position with flat or horizontal welds
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Accurately measures to specified tolerances
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Performs flat and horizontal welding
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Advanced knowledge of weld symbols
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Basic oxy fuel and/or carbon arcing
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Able to final inspect welds
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Able to do basic Layouts
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Understand and follow oral and written directions
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Ability to read a tape measure (imperial and metric)
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Ability to work with others
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Ability to work safely and accurately
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Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions
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Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
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Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace
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Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal
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The trait of being dependable and trustworthy
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
- 1+ years of welding experience preferred.
Welder/Fabricator (Night Shift) - Lubbock, TX
Description
TrueNorth Steel offers a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental, life insurance, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off, among other benefits. If your values align with ours and you’re interested in furthering your welding career, apply with TrueNorth Steel today!
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Follow all company safety and quality requirements.
- Learn company policies and procedures
- Work on basic manufacturing assignments that have set standards
- Follow detailed instructions while observed closely by supervisor or lead
- Problem solve simple and non complex issues that need little judgement
- Perform measurements within specified tolerances
- Learn to read blueprints
- Work well with others
- Work safely and accurately
- Prompt and dependable attendance.
- Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND QUALITIES
- Perform simple flat and horizontal welds and flat groove welds
- Fit and weld subassemblies with tack or spot weld
- Perform measurements within specified tolerances
- Exhibit knowledge of material identification, equipment utilization and welding equipment set-up and maintenance.
- General knowledge of equipment and operations.
- Basic understanding of Weld symbols
- Understand and follow oral and written directions.
- Read a tape measure (imperial and metric).
- Accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
- Perform work accurately and thoroughly.
- Be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
- Make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
- Be dependable and trustworthy.
- Embrace and demonstrate the qualities of the TrueNorth Steel Game Changer definition.
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
- 2-3 year(s) of welding experience preferred.
Quality Control Inspector ( Night Shift) - Lubbock, TX
Description
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Responsible for inspecting products to ensure they meet quality and contract specifications and meet external certification standards.
- Follow all company safety and quality requirements.
- Ensure that all materials and workmanship are completed in accordance with UL, STI, API, AWS, AISC, or City of LA standards, drawings and specifications, as applicable per site.
- Inspect materials and finished goods to ensure they meet customer requirements and/or contract specifications, including but not limited to checking welds, welding consumables, base material, cut & formed parts, layout work and coatings.
- Review welding specs and/or requirements for each project and work with team to solve fabrication challenges.
- Document and segregate non-conforming fabricated material and workmanship.
- Review and work with site management & shop supervisor to address remedies for non-conformances and their prevention.
- Insure Welding Specification Procedures (WPS) are current and in place for projects, as applicable per site.
- Supervise and/or conduct Welder Qualification Test Reports (WQTR) to AWS (D1.1 and/or D1.5) and CWB standards, as applicable per site.
- Annual calibration of welding equipment, QC inspection equipment and pre-qualifications for bolt, as applicable per site.
- Remain current with AWS CWI and City of LA Supervisor &/or Inspector licenses, code analysis, industry standards, procedures and processes, as applicable per site.
- Understand, support and implement company Quality Management System.
- Work with Quality Assurance & Site Managers and Shop Supervisor to develop annual training programs for new and experienced employees to minimize product non-conformance.
- Represent the company, as needed, on field issues requiring investigation and decisions associated with product quality and conformance.
- Apply and work within appropriate controls related to Safety and Housekeeping.
- Operate overhead crane safely.
- Willing to work flexible hours and overtime or weekends as needed.
- Prompt and dependable attendance.
- Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND QUALITIES
- Welding inspection training.
- Any applicable standards knowledge such as AWS, City of LA, API, UL, or STI.
- A thorough knowledge of contract documents and blueprint reading.
- Excellent math skills
- Leadership skills to motivate co-workers to quality workmanship.
- Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
- Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
- Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
- Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
- Be dependable and trustworthy.
- Embrace and demonstrate the qualities of the TrueNorth Steel Game Changer definition.
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
- Minimum of five years welding experience, or equivalent training in manufacturing/structural steel.
- AWS Certified Weld Inspector or Associate Inspector is preferred.
Welder/Fabricator (Night Shift) - Billings, MT
Description
**All candidates must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen (No longer testing for THC/cannabis)
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Follow all company safety and quality requirements.
- Learn company policies and procedures
- Work on basic manufacturing assignments that have set standards
- Follow detailed instructions while observed closely by supervisor or lead
- Problem solve simple and non complex issues that need little judgement
- Perform measurements within specified tolerances
- Learn to read blueprints
- Work well with others
- Work safely and accurately
- Prompt and dependable attendance.
- Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND QUALITIES
- Perform simple flat and horizontal welds and flat groove welds
- Fit and weld subassemblies with tack or spot weld
- Perform measurements within specified tolerances
- Exhibit knowledge of material identification, equipment utilization and welding equipment set-up and maintenance.
- General knowledge of equipment and operations.
- Basic understanding of Weld symbols
- Understand and follow oral and written directions.
- Read a tape measure (imperial and metric).
- Accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
- Perform work accurately and thoroughly.
- Be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
- Make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
- Be dependable and trustworthy.
- Embrace and demonstrate the qualities of the TrueNorth Steel Game Changer definition.
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
- 1-2 year(s) of welding experience preferred.
Construction Services Tech - Billings, MT
Description
**All candidates must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen (No longer testing for THC/cannabis)
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Install Miscellaneous steel, egress components, and structural components in a commercial or industrial setting.
- Fit-up, weld, and clean-up of steel handrail, guardrail, stairs, and other mild steel custom components.
- Ability to read and understand construction drawings and blueprints.
- Operate manlifts and forklifts efficiently and safely.
- Efficiently and safely operate small power tools, such as grinders, core drills, and concrete hammer drills.
- Assist in applying caulking to expansion joints and concrete seams.
- Assist in mixing and applying flowable grout to precast joints and steel column bases.
- Unload delivery trucks either by hand or machine.
- The Construction Services Technician 1 is an entry-level position, with all work being completed with supervision.
- Embrace and demonstrate the qualities of the TrueNorth Steel Game Changer.
- Follow all company safety and quality requirements.
- Prompt and dependable attendance.
- Other duties as assigned, to include work on-site when not assigned or scheduled for field installation projects.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND QUALITIES
- Basic knowledge of welding, grinding, and mechanical fastening
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to tow trailers and equipment
- First Aid Training preferred
- OSHA training or certification preferred
- Ability to multitask and adapt to changing jobsite conditions
- Ability to work remotely
- Basic knowledge and experience with computer and Microsoft products
- Understand and follow oral and written directions
- Ability to read a tape measure (imperial and metric)
- Ability to work with others
- Ability to work safely, accurately, and thoroughly
- Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions
- Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace
- Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal
- The trait of being dependable and trustworthy
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
- 1 year of steel or precast concrete installation experience, or related industry experience preferred
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
- Frequent travel to job sites throughout the state of Montana; 2-5 days of overnight per week; weekends at home; leave for the jobs site on Monday morning and return to Billings (MT) on Friday after lunch; lodging paid for by company with $50 daily per diem for meals/incidentals.
Level 2
• The Construction Services Technician 2 is a mid-level position, with all work being completed with minimal direct supervision.
• Met all requirements of and mastered all aspects of the level 1 position.
• 3+ years of experience in steel or precast concrete installation, or related industry experience.
• Self-starter, outcome-driven attitude, and behavior.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred.
• Ability to schedule and perform work without supervision.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills, with experience learning new software (e.g., Microsoft Office and CPM scheduling platforms).
Level 3
• The Construction Services Technician 3 is a high-level position, with most work being completed without direct supervision.
• Met all requirements of and mastered all aspects of the level 1 and 2 position.
• 1+ years of supervisory experience.
• Ability to find new opportunity and growth with minimal supervision.
• OSHA 10 certification required.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Ability to schedule, direct, and manage crews at multiple locations.
• Ability to communicate and report effectively to the Construction Development Manager.
• Ability to develop creative, safe, and effective solutions to complex problems at the worksite.
• Strong ability to work and manage in a remote, off-site environment.
EEO/AA Employer
Our Hiring Process
- Search open positions and apply online.
- Upon receipt of your application, you will receive an email confirmation.
- Once your application is reviewed by management, we will contact you directly if your background and experience match our hiring needs.
- All job offers are contingent on passing a background check, physical and drug test. (No longer testing for THC/cannabis).
Benefits
- Medical | Dental | Vision
- Generous PTO Accrual from Day 1
- Paid Holidays
- Competitive 401k Match
- Free Short-Term Disability
- Free Basic Life Insurance
- Free Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Annual Profit Sharing Bonus
- Wellness Program Bonus
- Annual Safety PPE Stipend
Why TrueNorth Steel
What Our Team Members Say
“I thank TNS for giving me the opportunity to attend the Master Graduate Leadership program. It means a lot to me to know that the company recognizes me and is willing to spend the time and money to improve my leadership skills. This program also gave me tools in which I can and will use in my personal life. How I can communicate and be with my wife and son. Being able to relax and enjoy them instead of pushing and doing things the way I want. I have seen their enjoyment and smiles now, this also brings joy to me and the family.”
–Alex Hunter, Shop Supervisor, Tanks
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of our employees have been with the company for 10+ years
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of our employees have been with the company for 20+ years
of our employees have been with the company for 40+ years
combined years of service among our employees
Company Culture
Are You A Game Changer?
At TrueNorth Steel, we strive to be a team of Game Changers! What does that mean to us? A Game Changer is a committed, positive, outcome focused individual who is personally responsible for doing whatever it takes to empower their team to succeed.
Game Changers build trust in themselves and others through dedicated teamwork and self-improvement. By aligning our company culture to the Game Changer mentality, we cultivate an atmosphere of positivity and ambition to succeed!
Game Changer characteristics:
Personally Responsible: They take ownership for their actions and understand the impact of those actions on the company and those around them.
Outcome Focused: They are dedicated to a specific goal and are undistracted by negative influences.
Team Players: They collaborate with and bring synergy to unite the organization.
Positive: They choose to always see the optimistic side of every situation and encourage those around them to do the same.
Trusting: They build confidence in themselves and those around them through their positive actions and genuine feedback.
Committed: They are dedicated to play full out for the success of themselves and the organization and hold others accountable to do the same.
Career Advancement
Fargo Welder Loan Repayment Program
Your skills are in demand, let us pay you for that investment! This loan repayment program is designed to ease the burden of student loan payments, allowing you to keep your hard-earned money in your pockets.
The payments will be made every three months to your student loan lender, with a maximum payout of $17,000. Payments may not exceed $5,667 per year, or one-third of the applicant’s outstanding student loan principal balance at the time of application, whichever is less. Payments are made over 3 years.
Our Team
Employee Spotlight
NAME: Wayne Edinger
Job Title: Machine Operator – Annular
Office Location: Fargo, ND
TrueNorth Steel employee since – June 2022
What is your favorite part about working at TrueNorth Steel?
My team at Fargo CSP and the management.
What part of your job do you enjoy the most?
Mentoring! I love training the new team members and seeing how they prosper.
Share a hobby or fun fact about you!
I used to be an Arizona police officer and I love to Kayak.
What is something you’ve learned while working at TrueNorth Steel?
To run new machinery, to be a mentor, to be a team player, and to depend on my team.
What is something most people don’t know about you?
I was adopted at birth.
What are your professional goals? Has TrueNorth Steel helped you achieve these?
The knowledge I have learned about the steel industry and the great team I work with.
Any other information you’d like us to know about you?
I have two daughters — a 33-year-old and a 23-year-old. I also have a boxer who is man’s best friend.
