Day Shift Welder

heidelbergmaterials; Garwood (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

HSA

HRA

FSA

AD&D

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Bonding leave

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to perform welding, fabrication, and repairs on plant equipment at our U.S. North America operations.

The role emphasizes inspection, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance to minimize downtime, with a strong focus on safety and teamwork. Starting pay is shown as $27.93 per hour DOE, and the job requires reading blueprints and working in challenging industrial environments.

Qualifications

• Experience welding, fabrication, and repair in an industrial environment.
• Knowledge of welding techniques, metal fabrication, and maintenance procedures.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, drawings, and work instructions.
• Strong troubleshooting and repair capabilities.
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, quality workmanship, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding, cutting, fabrication, and repair work on plant equipment and structures.
• Inspect machinery and components to identify wear, damage, and maintenance needs.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and complete repairs to minimize downtime.
• Support preventive maintenance activities to improve equipment reliability and performance.
• Follow all safety procedures while maintaining a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Welding

Fabrication

Repair

Blueprints

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Tools

Welding equipment

Power tools

Job description

Line of Business: Aggregates

About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

What You'll Be Doing

• Perform welding, cutting, fabrication, and repair work on plant equipment and structures.
• Inspect machinery and components to identify wear, damage, and maintenance needs.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and complete repairs to minimize downtime.
• Support preventive maintenance activities to improve equipment reliability and performance.
• Follow all safety procedures while maintaining a clean and organized work area.

What Are We Looking For

• Demonstrated ability to perform welding, fabrication, and repair work in an industrial environment.
• Knowledge of welding techniques, metal fabrication practices, and maintenance procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, drawings, and work instructions.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and equipment repair capabilities.
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, quality workmanship, and continuous improvement.

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug screen, and background check.

Must be able to meet all safety, attendance, and performance expectations of the position.

Work Environment

Role operates primarily in environments where the conditions include moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise level.

Physical Demands of the Job

Frequently stand, walk, climb, kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, and work in confined or elevated areas while performing maintenance and welding activities.

Regularly lift, carry, push, and pull tools, materials, and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds; heavier items may require team lifting or mechanical assistance.

Ability to use hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and personal protective equipment while maintaining visual focus, manual dexterity, and situational awareness in an industrial environment.

What We Offer

Starting Pay $27.93 per hour DOE (depending on experience)

401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions.

Highly competitive benefits programs, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance
• Paid Bonding Leave, 10 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave, and 10 Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

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