Craft Helper- (Industrial Construction- MSHA

Craft Helper / Skilled Laborer (Industrial Construction)

Durus Industrial is seeking reliable, hard-working craft helpers to support multi-trade crews across structural steel, concrete, welding, and piping scopes in heavy industrial and infrastructure environments.

This position is an entry-to-mid-level role designed for individuals who want to build a long-term career in the trades. Craft helpers are expected to support field operations while developing the skills necessary to advance into higher-level craft positions.

Durus is actively supporting large-scale infrastructure efforts, requiring personnel who can perform in remote, high-production environments.

Core Responsibilities

• Support ironworkers, welders, pipe fitters, concrete crews, and equipment operators
• Perform material handling, jobsite organization, and general labor tasks
• Assist with layout, measuring, cutting, and basic installation activities
• Prepare and stage tools, equipment, and materials for crews
• Clean and maintain work areas to ensure safe and efficient operations
• Assist with loading/unloading materials and equipment
• Follow direction from foremen and lead craftsmen

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years of construction or industrial labor experience preferred
• Willingness to learn multiple trades and develop new skills
• Ability to perform physically demanding work (lifting, climbing, working outdoors)
• Basic familiarity with hand tools and power tools
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and ability to follow direction
• Ability to work safely in active industrial environments

Work Environment & Expectations

• Travel required across AZ, NM, and surrounding regions
• Active work on remote project sites.
• Extended work schedules aligned with long-duration projects (not short-term outage work)
• Work performed in remote environments (as applicable)
• Outdoor work in extreme conditions (heat, dust, terrain)
• Zero-tolerance safety culture—PPE and compliance required at all times

Compensation

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Overtime opportunities tied to project demands
• Per diem for qualifying projects
• Benefits package available

Career Path Opportunity

Durus actively promotes from within. High-performing craft helpers have the opportunity to advance into:

• Ironworker
• Welder
• Pipefitter
• Equipment Operator
• Crew Lead / Foreman