Tacker

Whirlwind Steel Buildings Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Whirlwind Steel in Houston, TX is seeking a Tacker to temporarily fasten metal components with tack welds and prepare structures for final welding. You will align parts, clamp them, and assist welders to ensure proper fit.

This full-time role emphasizes safety, accurate measurements, and teamwork; candidates should be comfortable handling steel, reading prints, and standing for long shifts. The company offers competitive pay and a benefits package.

Qualifications

• Basic welding or metal fabrication knowledge preferred.
• Ability to read a tape measure and follow basic prints.
• Comfortable working with steel and fabrication tools.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift materials as needed.
• Strong attention to detail and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Tack weld clips, plates, and steel components to structural members.
• Align and position metal parts according to blueprints and specifications.
• Assist welders by preparing materials for final welding.
• Use measuring tools to verify spacing, fit, and alignment.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE.
• Handle and move steel components using appropriate equipment when needed.

Skills

Welding basics

Tape measure reading

Steel fabrication proficiency

Standing for long periods

Attention to detail & teamwork

Job description

Description

Company Overview: Whirlwind Steel is a premier metal building manufacturer specializing in the design, fabrication, and delivery of top-quality metal structures. Our unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction has positioned us as an industry leader. This has allowed us to become creators and distributors of buildings and products that people use to live, learn, worship, work, and play.

Job Summary: A Tacker is responsible for temporarily fastening metal components together using tack welds to prepare steel structures for final welding. This role supports the fabrication of metal building components by ensuring pieces are properly aligned, fitted, and secured prior to full weld-out.

Key Responsibilities:

• Tack weld clips, plates, and steel components to structural members.
• Align and position metal parts according to blueprints and specifications.
• Assist welders by preparing materials for final welding.
• Use measuring tools to verify spacing, fit, and alignment.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE.
• Handle and move steel components using appropriate equipment when needed.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Basic knowledge of welding or metal fabrication preferred.
• Ability to read a tape measure and follow basic prints.
• Comfortable working with steel and fabrication tools.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift materials as needed.
• Strong attention to detail and teamwork skills.

Benefits: This is a full-time position with competitive compensation and benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.