Shop Welder/Fabricator

Southland Holdings; Burleson (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K & 401K Matching

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Referral Program

Weekly payroll

Job summary

Southland Holdings in Burleson, TX is seeking an experienced Shop Welder/Fabricator to join our facility. Candidates will be responsible for welding and fabricating metal components, and will need to follow safety protocols while working independently and with a team.

The ideal candidate will possess welding skills (ARC and MIG) and have experience in a similar role. We offer full-time benefits including health insurance and a 401K plan.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass pre-employment weld test.
• Physically capable of navigating rugged terrain.
• Available to work overtime and in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Weld pipe, templates, and equipment repairs.
• Read fabrication drawings and specifications.
• Follow all safe work practices.

Skills

Welding (ARC and MIG)

Ability to read and understand fabrication drawings

Teamwork and leadership

Ability to rig/lift heavy objects

Strong work ethic

Education

Certified welding certificates (preferred)

1-2 years of experience in a similar role

Job description

Southland Holdings is seeking an experienced Shop Welder/Fabricator for our Burleson, TX Facility.

Responsibilities

• Welding pipe, templates, trench boxes, steel piles, welding related equipment repairs; welds and assembles metal components to effectively repair construction and support equipment.
• Read and understand fabrication drawings and specifications from Engineering.
• Attend work on the schedule established by the employer and without excessive absenteeism.
• When not welding, must be willing to work with the crews as directed.
• Follow all safe work practices.
• Obtain parts and accurately generate material lists as needed.
• Access area to be welded by climbing ladder if needed.
• Use disc grinder to smooth out, weld, or grind parts prior to welding.
• Operate ARC and MIG welding units and equipment effectively.
• Maintain arc and speed of movement to form specified penetration of structural welding processes.
• Weld in horizontal, vertical and overhead planes (all position welding).
• Examine existing welds for bead size and quality specifications.
• Preparation of work piece by use of grinding or cutting.
• Repair improperly welded pieces and fill holes.
• Position and clamp work pieces together or assemble them in a jig fixture.
• Fabricate new or replacement parts for all types of equipment and structural applications.
• Assemble component parts using hand and small power tools.
• May change hoses, fittings, air valves, etc. as needed and cleanup work area daily.

Requirements

• Stick (ARC) and wire (MIG), pipe, beam fabrication and fitting; ability to pass pre-employment weld test; understand and follow basic welding safety procedures.
• Good work ethic, able to adjust to change, be a role model, be honest, act with integrity, team player, take ownership, lead by example, and embrace safety as a core value by following all company policies and procedures.
• Ability to rig/lift heavy odd-shaped parts safely and effectively with forklifts/overhead cranes.
• Physically capable of navigating rugged terrain for the purpose of performing duties outlined above.
• Work in all weather conditions and be prepared for both extreme heat and cold.
• Work independently and maintain a schedule of work.
• Available to work overtime.
• Ability to stand, squat, stoop, bend, lift for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry, on a frequent basis, at least 50-90 pounds personally, and up to 150 pounds with assistance.
• Pass post offer drug screen.

Desired qualifications

• Certified welding certificates preferred.
• Experience with heavy equipment and custom fabrication is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license with clean MVR.
• 1-2 years of experience in a similar role.

Benefits (Full-time)

• 401K & 401K Matching
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Referral Program
• Weekly payroll

Southland Holdings is an EEO employer - M/F/D/V