Combo Welder

Alltex Staffing & Personnel; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing company in Baytown, Texas, is looking for a skilled welder to perform various welding techniques such as SMAW and GTAW on steel and aluminum. The ideal candidate will read blueprints, weld pipe and structural supports, and fabricate pressure vessels while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Strong attention to detail and physical stamina are required, along with the ability to work in high-temperature environments.

Qualifications

• Experience with SMAW, GTAW, and FCAW welding techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with AWS welding certifications is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform various welding techniques on steel and aluminum.
• Read and interpret blueprints to ensure precision.
• Weld pipe and structural supports in multiple positions.
• Fabricate pressure vessels from stainless steel and aluminum.
• Follow safety protocols and quality compliance standards.
• Operate fabrication tools to prepare and finish welds.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production goals.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Ability to work in confined environments

Physical strength

Stamina for long shifts

Job description

• Perform Various Welding Techniques: Use SMAW (Stick), GTAW (TIG), and FCAW (Flux Core) to weld carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum components.
• Read and Interpret Blueprints: Understand schematics and engineering drawings to plan layout and ensure precision in welds.
• Pipe and Structural Welding: Weld pipe and structural supports in multiple positions, including roll-outs and overhead.
• Pressure Vessel Fabrication: Sheer, roll, and fuse pressure vessels made of stainless steel or aluminum.
• Safety and Quality Compliance: Follow strict safety protocols and ensure welds meet industry standards, including x-ray and visual inspections.
• Tool and Equipment Operation: Use grinders, saws, drill presses, and other fabrication tools to prepare and finish welds.
• Collaborate with Team Members: Work closely with other welders, fitters, and supervisors to meet production goals and resolve welding issues.
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail
• Ability to work in high-temperature or confined environments
• Familiarity with AWS welding certifications is a plus
• Physical strength and stamina for heavy lifting and long shifts