Welder - 1st shift

MICA Steelworks

Rhome (TX)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 55,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) 3% match

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

MICA Steelworks is seeking a Welder for their Rhome, Texas location. The role involves fitting, joining, fabricating, and repairing metal through various welding techniques. Qualified candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, 1-2 years of welding experience, and knowledge of welding symbols and diagrams. Responsibilities include performing welding tasks, inspecting welds, and maintaining safety standards in an active shop environment.

Qualifications

1 to 2 years welding experience required.
Passing 2G test, T‑Joint test, and Carbon Air Arc test results.
Knowledge of welding symbols and diagrams.

Responsibilities

Perform welding duties using a wire welder.
Weld in various directions as per specifications.
Inspect and correct welds to meet specifications.

Skills

Welding techniques

Interpretation of engineering drawings

Use of welding equipment

Ability to work in extreme temperatures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Wire welder

Welding equipment

Forklifts

Grinders

Cutting torch

Job description

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Welding Lead, the Welder position is responsible for fitting and joining, fabricating, and repairing metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques in accordance with product specifications and production schedules. As a Welder, the incumbent will work in coordination with the Shift Supervisor and other senior management to ensure that the entire customer product is fit and welded to the specifications of each job and meets the outlined requirements. Consistent production of quality UT‑passable welds is critical. The Welder is expected to maintain production levels, as determined by the Production Supervisor.

Location

MICA Steelworks Rhome, Texas Plant

Current Shifts

Monday – Friday, 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM with Saturday, as needed.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED

Experience

1 to 2 years welding experience (Required). Overhead and jib crane experience needed.

Qualifications

Passing 2G test, T‑Joint test and Carbon Air Arc test results
Knowledge of a variety of welder concepts, practices and procedures
Knowledge and understanding of welding symbols, welding diagrams, blueprints, and other printed instructional material in the welding of products or parts
Ability to use welding equipment such as torches, torch tips, and air arc
Ability to use temperature sticks and welding fillet gauges
Ability to weld with flux core and metal core wire
Ability to work in extreme temperatures (sometimes due to season)
Ability to work additional hours, as needed

Responsibilities

Perform welding duties using a wire welder
Weld steel components with welding equipment as specified by layouts, engineering drawings, work orders, or verbal instructions
Weld in various directions: flat and horizontal
Perform a variety of specific welder tasks such as setup, layout with jigs/fixtures or hand layouts to fabricate parts and/or rework finished products
Work with fitters or fitters/welders to assist in the fabrication or welding of multi‑component parts
Operate forklifts, hoists, hand power tools, slings, grinders, cutting torch, and other hand tools related to the job’s needs
Inspect and correct welds as necessary to meet product specifications
Examine work pieces for defects and measure work pieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications
Perform job‑specific procedures such as clamping, holding, tack‑welding, heat bending, grinding, or bolting component parts to obtain required configurations and positions
Read, understand and follow job order specifications, engineering drawings, and/or work orders
Demonstrate willingness to cross‑train and perform the work of other job tasks in addition to the primary assigned position
Maintain functionality of equipment
Maintain quality welds and UT‑passable welds
Maintain production level as determined by supervisor
Display a positive attitude and willingness to learn and participate in a changing environment to reach a common goal
Maintain production and quality of finished products
Operate equipment safely and maintain safe working habits
Perform a variety of other tasks as assigned

Measure of Performance

Weld test will be administered
Follow all MICA Steelworks programs/policies
Practice good housekeeping (keep area clean/organized)
Demonstrate willingness to work with others in a team environment

Working Conditions

Full‑time shop exposure
Extreme temperatures (sometimes due to season)
No travel requirements
Perform work standing up for 8–10 hours per day and up to 6 days a week
Good vision, hearing, smell and balance
Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 40 lbs
Ability to stand, bend, stoop, squat or kneel regularly as well as climb stairs and ladders
Must wear OSHA‑required PPE equipment while working, including an OSHA‑approved welding hood, if welding

Continuing Education Requirements

Employee is expected to participate in appropriate continuing education as may be requested and/or required by their immediate supervisor. Employee must attend mandatory education programs.

Job Type

Full‑time

Expected Hours

40 – 55 per week

Benefits