Structural Fabrication Fitter

PROENERGY; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K plan

10 paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

PROENERGY seeks a MIG Welder in Houston, TX to utilize welding skills in constructing power plant components. Responsibilities involve reviewing layouts, operating welding equipment, and ensuring quality standards are met.

This full-time role requires a high school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of experience in GMAW and FCAW welding. Competitive pay and benefits are provided, including medical, dental, and a 401K plan.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience with GMAW and FCAW welding.
• Fluency in English required.
• Must pass a weld test for FCAW in 2G and 3G configurations.

Responsibilities

• Review layouts and work orders before welding.
• Position work pieces and adjust clamps for assembly.
• Ignite torch and start the welding process.
• Inspect finished work for conformance to specifications.

Skills

GMAW welding

FCAW welding

Reading blueprints

Using measuring devices

Operating forklift

Rigging knowledge

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Tape measure

Micrometer

Calipers

Welding equipment

Job description

Position Summary

Use of MIG welders and flame‑cutting equipment to build power plant components as specified by layouts, work orders, or blueprints.

Reports To

Fabrication Manager

Work Location

6246 McHard Road, Houston, TX 77053

Position Details

Full‑time position 100% based at our facility in Houston, TX. No travel requirements or per diem; only on‑site work.

Position Responsibilities

• Review layouts, blueprints, diagrams, or work orders in preparation for welding or cutting metal components.
• Position work pieces and clamps together or assemble in jigs or fixtures.
• Ignites torch or starts power supply and strikes arc.
• Selects and inserts electrode or gas nozzle into holder and connects hoses and cables to obtain gas or specified amperage, voltage, or polarity.
• Connects and turns regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure to obtain desired flame on torch equipment.
• Selects and installs proper consumables according to welding chart specifications or type and thickness of metal.
• Guides electrodes or torch along weld line at specified speed and angle to weld, melt, cut, or trim metal.
• Welds metal parts or components together, using MIG welding equipment.
• Repairs broken or cracked parts, fills holes and increases size of metal parts, using welding equipment.
• Weld in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead position.
• Inspects finished work piece for conformance to specifications.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and/or 2 years of experience with the basic GMAW (gas metal arc welding), FCAW (flux cored arc welding)
• All potential new hires for this level must pass a weld test for FCAW in the 2G and 3G configurations (horizontal and vertical up)
• All plate weld coupons are subject to CWI inspection, and bend test before any applicant can be hired. All level 2 coupons are standard carbon A‑36 plate ½ inch in thickness in all positions.
• Must be fluent in English, with strong speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension skills.
• US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work‑authorized visa.
• Candidate must also pass a State and Federal criminal history/security background check and pre‑employment drug screen.

Desired Qualifications

• Must have basic Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) knowledge.
• Must know how to effectively use the following measuring devices and basic tools: tape measure, micrometer, calipers, square, level, angle finder, and weld gauges.
• Must have ability to operate forklift safely.
• Must have the ability and knowledge to rig properly and safely run an overhead style crane.
• Machine list should include but not be limited to Miller and/or Lincoln power sources.
• This position requires the knowledge of amperage, wire speed, and consumable replacement from liners, gas tips, and wire spool replacement on all the specified types of welding, while still maintaining cost effectiveness.

Benefits

Competitive pay, medical, dental, vision, life/disability insurance at minimal cost to the employee, 10 paid holidays, paid time off, 401K plan.

EEO Statement

It is PROENERGY’s policy to provide equal opportunity in employment to all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, national origin, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.