2nd Shift Welder

JobTarget, LLC; Kilgore (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

JobTarget, LLC in Kilgore, Texas, is seeking a skilled welder to perform structural and precision welding on geotechnical drilling equipment components using MIG, TIG, and stick welding.

The role requires 2+ years of welding experience in a manufacturing environment, proficiency in MIG welding with TIG preferred, and the ability to read weld drawings and symbols; high school diploma or GED is required. Safety PPE is mandatory and work is performed on-site in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years welding experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in MIG welding; TIG preferred.
• Ability to read weld drawings and symbols.

Responsibilities

• Weld structural steel assemblies per blueprints and weld procedure specifications (WPS).
• Set up welding equipment and select appropriate filler materials.
• Inspect welds for defects and perform repairs as needed.
• Grind and finish welds to specification.
• Read and interpret fabrication drawings and weld symbols.
• Maintain welding equipment in good working order.
• Follow all safety protocols including hot work and PPE requirements.

Skills

Welding proficiency

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MIG welding

TIG welding

Stick welding

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs structural and precision welding on geotechnical drilling equipment components using MIG, TIG, and stick welding processes to meet design specifications and quality standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Weld structural steel assemblies per blueprints and weld procedure specifications (WPS)
• Set up welding equipment and select appropriate filler materials
• Inspect welds for defects and perform repairs as needed
• Grind and finish welds to specification
• Read and interpret fabrication drawings and weld symbols
• Maintain welding equipment in good working order
• Follow all safety protocols including hot work and PPE requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• 2+ years welding experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in MIG welding; TIG preferred
• Ability to read weld drawings and symbols

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• AWS D1.1 certification
• Experience welding chrome-moly or high-strength steels
• TIG certification

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

Standing 8–10 hrs/day, exposure to weld fumes, UV light, heat, and sparks. Full PPE required including welding helmet, gloves, and flame-resistant clothing.