Houck Welder/Millwright-Lehigh Valley & Palmyra

Houck Services, Inc.; Palmyra (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 27,552 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits after waiting period

Overtime and weekend work available

Job summary

Houck Services, Inc. is looking for a Welder/Millwright in Palmyra, PA. The role involves installing, servicing, and maintaining industrial machinery and systems. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with proven experience in the mechanical industrial field, particularly in welding and pipe fitting. Additional benefits like medical, dental, and vision are available after a waiting period, with competitive hourly compensation. Overtime is regularly available, and candidates must supply their own tools.

Qualifications

• Must supply personal tools.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be able to pass required safety training.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and maintain industrial machinery.
• Perform quality welding in shop and field.
• Demolition of equipment and machinery.

Skills

Quality welding

Blueprint comprehension

Service and customer orientation

Pipe fitting and welding

Experience in machinery service

Operation of service trucks

Education

High school diploma or GED

5-10 years experience in mechanical industrial field

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Houck Welder/Millwright – Lehigh Valley & Palmyra

Classification: Non‑Exempt

Reports to: Foreman/Superintendent

EEO: Employer/Protected Veteran/Disabled

Job Description: Welder/Millwright responsible for installing, servicing, and maintaining industrial machinery, equipment, and systems. They also carry out tasks as directed by the Mechanical Superintendent or Mechanical Foreman.

Essential Functions

• Demolition of equipment, machinery, or structures
• Perform quality weld in both shop and field conditions.
• Must supply personal tools.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from job sites.
• Must be able to pass all required safety training required by state and federal agencies.
• Use of hand and power tools
• Use of measuring devices
• Service and customer‑service oriented
• Comprehension of blueprints, schematics, and specifications
• Understanding of different materials (S.S., C.S., Al, etc.)
• Complete tasks independently with supervisory oversight
• Comprehend and apply safe working practices according to company policy and customer requirements
• Install, service, and maintain industrial machinery, equipment, and systems
• Install piping and fluid handling systems
• Install, modify, and service conveyor systems
• Build, install, and modify duct systems
• Steel erection or modification, including mezzanines, platforms, supports
• Have working knowledge of pipe prep, fitting up, and layout.
• Commitment to the job, demonstrated by appearance, tools, and personal pride in work
• Ability to develop material lists and determine equipment necessary for the project
• Stainless Steel Pipe welding
• Stainless Steel Sanitary tube welding
• Ability to layout and fit pipe
• Structural welding of (S.S., C.S., and AL)
• Cutting tools and techniques, including oxy‑acetylene torch, plasma, jet‑arc
• Experience in machine/equipment service and repair (i.e., bearings, drives, shafts)
• Proficiency in equipment alignment and leveling techniques
• Equipment operation, including scissors and boom lifts; all‑terrain, shooting boom, and industrial forklifts
• Ability to work at heights from ladders or work platforms
• Pipe bending, fitting, threading, and welding
• Familiarity with ductwork systems and typical installation techniques
• Operation of service trucks and non‑CDL trucks

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• B e available for overtime and emergency call‑ins
• Job will require working in all elements, depending on job location, time of year (heat, cold, rain, snow).
• Job will require employees to have personal tools with them at all times.
• Work from all types of ladders (step ladders up to 14', "A" frame ladders and all sizes of extension ladders and carry and relocate up to 12' step ladders by oneself).
• Perform work at various heights (up to 90'+ exceeding 90') from ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, cat walks or other areas.
• Work in restricted areas (manholes, utility tunnels, crawl spaces, attics, tanks, drums).
• Wear personal protective equipment (steel toe safety shoes, safety glasses, hard hat, respirator), as required.
• Repetitive use of arms, hands, and shoulders.
• Able to work 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week, overtime as required and night shift.
• Overtime, and weekend work is regularly available.

Travel

• Occasional overnight travel
• Within a 75 mile radius from office with radius pay, daily round trip.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED
• Proven experience working in the mechanical industrial field
• Individual has 5‑10 years' experience or has a knowledge base equal to a person of 5‑10 years

Compensation

Hourly

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits available after waiting period.

Other Duties

This job description may not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, activities, and responsibilities may change at any time.

EEO Statements

Houck Services, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.