WELDER AND FABRICATOR

ADP, Inc.; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Teichman Group, LLC, an industry leader in marine services and emergency response, seeks a Welder/Fabricator for our Galveston metal fabrication shop. You will design, cut and shape aluminum, carbon and stainless steel, fabricating shipping containers, pumps, dredges, vessels and cranes.

The role requires 3+ years welding experience, a welding certification or vocational degree, and the ability to read blueprints. TWIC is preferred. This is a full-time on-site position in Texas.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years welding experience; certification or vocational degree required.
• TWIC credential or ability to obtain one.
• Ability to read blueprints and welding symbols.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English.
• Must pass physical qualifications per company guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Verify conformance of workpieces to specifications using measuring tools.
• Align and fit parts according to specifications.
• Move parts into position with hoists or cranes.
• Weld parts to form complete units following blueprints.
• Operate welding and grinding/cutting equipment.
• Set up fabricating machines to bend, cut and form metal.
• Construct patterns or templates.
• Finish and smooth workpieces; remove burrs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Welding equipment

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Forklift operation

TWIC credential

OSHA training

English language

Math skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Welding certification or vocational degree

Tools

Welding equipment

Heavy machinery

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

WELDER AND FABRICATOR

Galveston, TX, US

Salary Range: $25.00 To $35.00 Hourly

JOB SUMMARY

Teichman Group, LLC, an industry leader in marine services and emergency response, develops and builds much of our own equipment. As a welder/fabricator in our metal fabrication shop you will be responsible for designing, cutting and shaping aluminum, carbon and stainless steel.

Fabrication of shipping containers, firefighting pumps, dredges, vessels, heavy lift cranes and barges are just a few examples of the projects the skilled welder/fabricator will be involved with.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience. Welding Certification or vocational degree required.
• Clean driving record and valid driver’s license required as a continuing condition of employment.
• Must be able to meet all physical qualifications per company guidelines.
• Must have Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) or obtain one.
• Must be able to speak, read and write in the English Language.
• Must have basic math skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Knowledge and experience with Mig, Tig, flux-core and stick welding.
• Ability to read blueprints and recognize welding symbols and specifications.
• Ability to use a variety of tools and equipment including heavy machinery and forklift.
• Will be required to complete confined space entry (CSE) and 40 Hour OSHA Training.
• Knowledge of industry safety practices.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Verify conformance of workpieces to specifications, using squares, rulers, measuring tapes.
• Align and fit parts according to specifications, using jacks, turnbuckles, wedges, drift pins, pry bars, and hammers.
• Move parts into position, manually or with hoists or cranes.
• Position, align, fit, and weld parts to form complete units or subunits, following blueprints and layout specifications, and using jigs, welding torches, and hand tools.
• Operate welding equipment, grinding and cutting equipment.
• Set up and operate fabricating machines, such as brakes, rolls, shears, flame cutters, grinders, and drill presses, to bend, cut, form, punch, drill, or otherwise form and assemble metal components.
• Construct patterns, templates, or other work aids.
• Hammer, chip, and grind workpieces to cut, bend, and straighten metal.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

SHIFT INFORMATION

The standard work schedule for a Welder is Monday – Friday 7:00am to 3:45 pm with a 45-minute lunch break. May be required to work extended (> 8 hour) time periods and/or travel occasionally.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds independently or over 50 with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Requires the ability to wear the personal protective equipment (PPE) prescribed by posted signs and written instructions.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position works in a non-climate-controlled shop setting, with outdoor exposure during the workday. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to noisy.

We offer a drug-free workplace environment and require a pre-employment drug screen. All applicants are subject to pre-employment security background checks, and some positions may require pr-employment physical fitness for duty tests. All personnel are subject to random, post-accident/injury, for cause, discretionary drug and alcohol testing.

Teichman Group, LLC. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training