Certified Welder (Vertical, AWS D1.1) – 1st Shift, Houston

Skillforce; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Skillforce in Houston is seeking skilled welders for steel fabrication projects. Tasks include welding, grinding, cutting and finishing in a shop setting, with typical hours Monday through Friday, 5 a.m. to 3 p.m. Overtime depends on the production schedule.

Pay is $25 per hour. Candidates must be certified welders (AWS D1.1 preferred) and able to pass tests. Able to lift 60–100 lbs, work in a non-climate-controlled environment, and speak English.

Qualifications

• Must be a certified welder; AWS D1.1 qualification preferred.
• Vertical welding experience is a plus.
• Must be able to pass welding test on vertical welds.
• Must be able to lift up to 60–100 lbs, sometimes with a partner.
• Work in a non-climate-controlled environment and varied postures.
• Must wear respirator when required and follow safety rules.
• Must understand and speak English.
• Need clean background for 5 years; good work history (3 years).
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Weld and perform grinding, painting, cutting, and related tasks in a steel fabrication shop.
• Comply with environmental, health, and safety requirements; perform quality checks.
• Undergo training for proper quality checks and self-performed visual inspections.

Skills

Welding

English proficiency

Safety consciousness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AWS D1.1 Qualified Welder

Job description

Skillforce in Houston is seeking skilled welders for steel fabrication projects. Tasks include welding, grinding, cutting and finishing in a shop setting, with typical hours Monday through Friday, 5 a.m. to 3 p.m. Overtime depends on the production schedule.

Pay is $25 per hour. Candidates must be certified welders (AWS D1.1 preferred) and able to pass tests. Able to lift 60–100 lbs, work in a non-climate-controlled environment, and speak English.