Overnight Sub Arc Welder

Smith Industries; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Job summary

SI Utility is seeking an experienced Overnight Submerged Arc Welder to join our utility pole fabrication team in Midland, TX. You will operate SAW equipment to weld longitudinal seams on tubular steel poles and crossarms, ensuring high quality, safety, and production efficiency.

The ideal candidate has hands-on welding experience, the ability to read fabrication drawings and weld maps, and a strong commitment to quality control and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating SAW equipment on heavy steel structures.
• Familiarity with tubular steel fabrication and utility pole components.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and weld maps.
• Understanding of welding parameters and quality standards.
• Experience with cranes, rigging, and material handling preferred.
• Commitment to safety and production deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Operate SAW to perform longitudinal seam welds on poles and crossarms.
• Interpret BOMs, WPS, weld maps, and fabrication drawings.
• Set up and align pole shafts and crossarm components.
• Perform root, fill, and cap passes per procedures.
• Monitor welding parameters to maintain weld quality.
• Maintain flux handling and recycling procedures.
• Document welding records and inspection data.
• Work with supervisors and QA to meet daily goals.

Skills

SAW operation

Tubular steel fabrication

Reading weld drawings

Quality awareness

Safety compliance

Tools

Welding equipment

Overhead cranes

Rigging knowledge

Job description

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance

SI Utility is seeking an experienced Overnight Submerged Arc Welder to join our utility pole fabrication team.

This position is responsible for operating Submerged Arc Welding equipment to perform high-quality longitudinal welds on tubular steel utility poles and crossarms. The ideal candidate has strong welding and fabrication experience, excellent attention to detail, and a commitment to safety, quality, and production efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Welding & Fabrication

• Operate Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) equipment to perform longitudinal seam welds on utility poles and crossarms.
• Interpret fabrication drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), and weld maps.
• Set up and align pole shafts and crossarm components to ensure proper fit-up and seam alignment.
• Perform root, fill, and cap passes in accordance with approved welding procedures.
• Monitor and adjust welding parameters, including amperage, voltage, wire feed, and travel speed, to maintain weld quality.
• Maintain proper flux handling, feeding, and recycling procedures.

Production & Quality Control

• Verify materials and maintain proper identification and traceability throughout the welding process.
• Ensure weld placement and seam orientation meet production drawings and customer specifications.
• Assist with additional welding operations, including crossarm seams and splice welds, as needed.
• Visually inspect completed welds for consistency, penetration, and defects.
• Assist with weld inspections, testing, and corrective actions when necessary.
• Prepare welded components for subsequent fabrication and galvanizing processes.

Safety & Documentation

• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and established welding procedures.
• Perform routine inspections of welding equipment, cranes, and rigging before use.
• Properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Maintain accurate welding records, inspection documentation, and production logs.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with 5S standards.
• Work closely with supervisors, quality control, and production team members to meet daily production goals.

Qualifications & Skills

• Previous experience operating Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) equipment required.
• Experience with tubular steel fabrication, utility poles, or similar heavy steel manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, weld symbols, and welding procedures.
• Understanding of welding parameters, joint preparation, and quality standards.
• Familiarity with overhead cranes, rigging, and material handling equipment preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify welding defects.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a production team.
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality workmanship, and meeting production deadlines.