Journeyman Structural Welder: Set‑Up, Weld, Repair

TIC - The Industrial Company; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

TIC - The Industrial Company in Abilene, TX is seeking a welding technician at an intermediate experience level to join our structural steel fabrication team. You will set up, operate and troubleshoot welding machines to meet plans, specs and codes.

The role involves reading blueprints, performing preheat and welds, and using a range of welding processes. You must be able to work outdoors, climb and work at heights, and comply with safety rules and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with prior welding experience.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions.
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Set-up, troubleshoot and operate welding machines according to job specifications and welding procedures
• Preheat and weld metal components as specified by blueprints, welding symbols, job specifications, or welding procedures.
• Weld various processes FCAW-S, FCAW-G, TGAW, GMAW, SMAW, and SAW
• Operate air arc gouger, grinder, stress relieving machine, and other industry machines, tools and equipment
• Make welding repairs and substandard welds

Skills

Welding

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Layout tools

Job description

TIC - The Industrial Company in Abilene, TX is seeking a welding technician at an intermediate experience level to join our structural steel fabrication team. You will set up, operate and troubleshoot welding machines to meet plans, specs and codes.

The role involves reading blueprints, performing preheat and welds, and using a range of welding processes. You must be able to work outdoors, climb and work at heights, and comply with safety rules and overtime as needed.