Workforce Solutions Panhandle, Barr Field Services host job fair for machinists, welders

AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Workforce Solutions Panhandle has partnered with Barr Field Services for a hiring event at their Amarillo office.

According to officials with WSP, Barr Field Services is an international wind service company with technicians that travel to perform specialized repairs and maintenance on wind turbines. Officials noted the hiring event will be on Oct. 18 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and on Oct. 19 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and will be located at Workforce Solutions Panhandle on 3120 Eddy St.

Officials stated those interested in attending can reserve their spot and submit an application on the Barr Field Services website.

Workforce Solutions Panhandle also detailed the job description:

• Job Description:
  • MUST TRAVEL 100% – Flexible R&R schedules available. While traveling, you receive a daily per diem to cover the cost of meals and incidentals. Company provides hotels and transportation. Paid travel time.
  • Required:
    • Must be over 21 years old
    • Clean Driving record, No DUI/DWI
    • Clean Background Check
    • Must pass Drug Test and DOT Physical
    • Must Pass Fit For Duty Evaluation
• Job Type: Full-time
  Starting Pay : $26-30+/hour depending on experience, overtime expected.
  Welder & Machinist Pay: $30-$35+/hour depending on experience, overtime expected.

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