Systems Assembly Apprentice

Welker, Inc; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health/Dental/Vision insurance

401k

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A family-owned company in Texas is seeking an Assembly Technician to work hands-on in assembling custom systems for clients. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and experience with tools. Responsibilities include following engineering drawings and performing product testing. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits like health insurance, paid time off, and 401k. Join a motivated team where your skills and contributions matter.

Qualifications

• Ability to work outdoors occasionally and meet the physical requirements of the role.
• Experience working with tools and reading drawings are preferred; electrical skills are a plus.
• Must be able to learn and use Welker's ERP software system.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and follow written work instructions, technical specifications, and engineering drawings.
• Perform functional product testing utilizing nitrogen and helium and complete hydrostatic testing.
• Assemble a wide range of Welker products, including painting and sandblasting.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Work Ethic

Attention to Detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About Us

A family-owned company in Sugar Land, Texas, Welker designs and manufactures innovative solutions for the oil and gas industry and beyond. With 65+ years of industry experience, ERP system, 3D CAD software, and on-site manual and computer-aided machines, we are a one-stop-shop for industry-leading products, turnkey solutions, and worldwide service.

If you're looking to make a difference at a dynamic, forward-looking company, Welker might be the right fit for you.

About Our Systems Support Role

Our ideal candidate is someone who loves to work with their hands and develop new skills. We are looking for someone that is eager to learn all aspects of assembling custom sampling systems for our clients’ applications. If you are ready to begin a career building and testing quality systems and products, this is the position for you!

It's a physical job - you may be on your feet for 90% to 95% of your workday. You will be expected to safely lift and carry items up to 50 pounds. Bending, stretching, and climbing ladders will be daily activities.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and follow written work instructions, technical specifications, and engineering drawings; learn and execute tubing, electrical wiring, and circuits
• Perform functional product testing utilizing nitrogen and helium; complete hydrostatic testing
• Partner with engineering to troubleshoot any issues and execute any changes needed
• Assemble a wide range of Welker products; opportunity to support other areas including painting and sandblasting

These are some of the more frequent tasks you could expect to perform during your workday, but you may be called upon to fulfill other duties as needed.

Key Skills

• Communication: You interact with peers, team leads, and managers in a kind and professional manner, because communication is essential for a successful day.
• Teamwork: You work well with others with an attitude of cooperation and achievement, and you are committed to the success of the team as a whole.
• Work Ethic: You have excellent organizational and follow-through skills with a highly developed sense of prioritization.
• Attention to Detail: You make a conscious effort to focus on quality and safety.

The Welker team is a diverse and motivated group. These key skills keep our Assembly department running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Ability to work outdoors occasionally and meet the physical requirements of the role
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience working with tools and reading drawings are preferred; electrical skills are a plus
• Must be able to learn and use Welker's ERP software system

Does this sound like you? Submit your application, and let's talk!

This is a full-time, in-office position with the occasional opportunity for overtime. Starting salary is determined by experience, education, and potential. Welker cares for our employees, so we offer competitive benefits including paid time off, paid holidays, health/dental/vision insurance, 401k, and tuition reimbursement.