Certified Welder - DRT4

Spencer Construction; Del Rio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401K

Job summary

Spencer Construction is seeking a Certified Welder to fabricate and weld structural steel components for our heavy civil and security infrastructure projects. The role requires reading blueprints, operating MIG, TIG, and Stick welding equipment, and adhering to safety standards to deliver high-quality workmanship on schedule.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent with welding training or apprenticeship, 3+ years of structural steel welding experience, and the ability to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; welding training or apprenticeship preferred
• 3+ years of structural steel welding experience
• D1.1 SMAW 3G/4G certification preferred
• Skilled in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding, tools, and safety procedures
• Able to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
• Strong teamwork, communication, and physical stamina

Responsibilities

• Weld and fabricate structural steel components (beams, columns, trusses)
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications
• Operate MIG, TIG, and Stick welding equipment
• Maintain quality and safety standards on all projects
• Collaborate with team members to complete work on time
• Maintain welding equipment and a clean work area

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Welding training or apprenticeship

Tools

MIG welding

TIG welding

Stick welding

Job description

Certified Welder

This position requires a current Electrician Journeyman Card

Company Overview

Spencer Construction is a full-service heavy civil and security infrastructure contractor, delivering complex, large-scale projects throughout the Southwest and beyond. Our core competencies include earthwork, concrete construction, steel erection, and other mission-critical infrastructure services.

Our foundation is built on deep industry expertise, driven by a leadership team with decades of combined experience. We are committed to excellence and innovation in every project we undertake.

Our mission is clear: to build and safeguard America through the development, enhancement, and maintenance of border infrastructure, community assets, and heavy civil works.

We are guided by three core values- People. Building. Business. These principles shape our culture, inform our decisions, and strengthen the relationships we forge with clients, partners, and communities.

Job Summary

Our Certified Welders are responsible for welding and fabricating structural steel components used in various construction and industrial projects. This role requires the ability to read and interpret blueprints, operate welding equipment with precision, and follow all safety standards to ensure high-quality workmanship and reliable finished products.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Weld and fabricate structural steel components (beams, columns, trusses)
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications
• Operate MIG, TIG, and Stick welding equipment
• Maintain quality and safety standards on all projects
• Collaborate with team members to complete work on time
• Maintain welding equipment and a clean work area

Please note: This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all duties, responsibilities, or activities required of the employee. Responsibilities may evolve at any time with or without notice.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; welding training or apprenticeship preferred
• 3+ years of structural steel welding experience
• D1.1 SMAW 3G/4G certification preferred
• Skilled in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding, tools, and safety procedures
• Able to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
• Strong teamwork, communication, and physical stamina
• Flexible to work varying conditions and overtime as needed

Work Environment & Location

• Ability to travel to different job sites and/or states as required

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• 401K Retirement plans with employer match
• Professional development opportunities

Equal Opportunity Statement

Spencer Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Spencer Construction does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need