Welder Apprentice II

Comfort Systems USA Mid South, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation

401(k) Plan

Training and Development

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability insurance

Job summary

Comfort Systems USA Mid South is seeking a Welder Apprentice II in Birmingham, AL to assist welding tasks and develop basic welding skills under supervision. You’ll work with SMAW, GTAW, or GMAW processes while preparing materials, reading drawings, and supporting piping system fabrication.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years welding experience, safe-tool handling, and a willingness to learn. OSHA 10 preferred; team environment emphasized.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of welding or related trade experience.
• Basic understanding of welding techniques and equipment.
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely.
• Willingness to learn and develop welding skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work in a team environment.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in performing basic welding tasks using SMAW, GTAW (TIG), or GMAW processes.
• Prepare materials for welding including cutting, grinding, and fitting components.
• Read and interpret basic drawings and welding symbols.
• Support fabrication and installation of piping systems.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean work environment.
• Follow all OSHA and company safety policies and procedures.
• Work collaboratively with journeymen, apprentices, and supervisors.

Skills

Welding basics

Reading drawings

Tool use

Teamwork

Tools

SMAW

GTAW

GMAW

Job description

## Welder Apprentice IIApplylocations: Birmingham, AL (CSUSA-Mid South HQ)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: JR106070**About Comfort Systems USA Mid South:**Comfort Systems USA Mid South is a leading mechanical services company specializing in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and plumbing services for commercial, industrial, and institutional clients. With a focus on safety, quality, and innovation, we integrate planning, engineering, and implementation processes to meet the complex needs of our customers. Our team is dedicated to delivering high-performance mechanical systems and services while fostering long-term relationships with our clients through collaborative and cost-effective solutions.## **Position Summary:**The Welder Apprentice II assists in the fabrication and welding of piping systems and structural components while developing foundational welding skills. This role works under the guidance of experienced welders and supervisors and is expected to demonstrate skill progression and adherence to quality and safety standards.## **Essential Duties and Responsibilities:*** Assist in performing basic welding tasks using SMAW, GTAW (TIG), or GMAW processes* Prepare materials for welding including cutting, grinding, and fitting components* Read and interpret basic drawings and welding symbols* Support fabrication and installation of piping systems* Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean work environment* Follow all OSHA and company safety policies and procedures* Work collaboratively with journeymen, apprentices, and supervisors## **Qualifications:*** 1–2 years of welding or related trade experience* Basic understanding of welding techniques and equipment* Ability to use hand and power tools safely* Willingness to learn and develop welding skills* Ability to follow instructions and work in a team environment* OSHA 10 certification preferred**Benefits:*** Competitive pay and incentives.* Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance.* Paid holidays and vacation.* 401(k) Plan with multiple investment options.* Training and Development Programs.* Company-paid Employee Assistance Program.* Employee discount programs.* Company-paid and voluntary life insurance.* Company-paid and voluntary accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D).* Company-paid short-term disability and voluntary long-term disability.* Healthcare reimbursement account and dependent care reimbursement account.* Vehicle discount purchase programs.**Disclaimer:**The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.Comfort Systems USA, Inc. and all subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer in all aspects of employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, 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.