Welder Helper

nVent; Hitchcock (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

nVent is seeking a skilled welder for its Hitchcock, TX operations. You will perform flux core and arc welding, read blueprints, and inspect welds to ensure quality. Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, following safety protocols, and collaborating with teammates to complete projects on time and within specifications.

Opportunities exist to contribute to diverse global projects. The role requires AWS D1.1 and CWB certifications, GMAW and FCAW proficiency, and the ability to read

Qualifications

• Read blueprints, schematics, and drawings.
• Certified welder in GMAW and FCAW.
• AWS D1.1 and CWB qualifications.
• Able to read/interpret technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding operations using flux core and arc welding (AWS).
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and drawings.
• Inspect and test welded joints for quality.
• Maintain and repair welding equipment and tools.
• Follow safety protocols for a safe work environment.
• Collaborate with team to meet project specs and timelines.
• Keep accurate records of work performed and materials used.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

AWS D1.1 / CWB certifications

Tools

GMAW (MIG) welding

FCAW (Flux core) welding

Torch cutting

Plasma cutting

Job description

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

WHAT WILL YOU EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

• Perform welding operations using flux core and arc welding.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Inspect and test welded joints to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Maintain and repair welding equipment and tools.
• Follow safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.
• Collaborate with other team members to complete projects on time and within specifications.
• Keep accurate records of work performed and materials used.

YOU HAVE:

• Structural steel flux core with the standards of AWS D1.1 and CWB qualifications
• Certified welder in both GMAW and FCAW
• Cutting accurately with torches and plasma cuter
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects.
• Comfortable working in various positions, including standing, bending, and kneeling.
• Willingness to work in different environments, including outdoor and confined spaces.

WE HAVE:

A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE.

Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work. We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide. Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money.

Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers.

• Innovative & adaptable
• Dedicated to absolute integrity
• Focused on the customer first
• Respectful and team oriented
• Optimistic and energizing
• Accountable for performance

Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset.

Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.

Trachte - Hitchcock, TX At nVent, we are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.