Welder Helpers

Alltex Staffing & Personnel; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Alltex Staffing & Personnel in Baytown, TX is seeking a Welder Helper to support qualified welders on MIG welding projects, primarily stainless steel components. You will prepare materials, assist with setup, and help maintain a clean, safe work area.

This role requires basic MIG welding knowledge, ability to lift heavy parts, and willingness to learn in a fast-paced fabrication environment. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 6 AM–6 PM, with rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience assisting welders in an industrial or fabrication environment.
• Basic knowledge of MIG welding and stainless steel handling.
• Ability to lift heavy materials and work in hot or confined environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist welders with MIG welding on stainless steel components.
• Prepare materials, clean weld areas, and set up welding equipment.
• Support welders during fabrication of structural parts, pipe sections, and stainless assemblies.
• Operate grinders, saws, and basic shop tools to prep and finish welds.
• Hold, position, and secure materials during welding and fit-up.
• Help with layout, measuring, cutting, and material handling.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow all safety procedures.
• Assist with moving girders, stiffeners, splice plates, and diaphragms for FCAW/MIG structural work.
• Perform basic tack welding if approved by supervisor.
• Work closely with welders and fitters to meet production goals.

Skills

MIG welding

Stainless steel handling

Shop tools

Tools

Grinders

Saws

Job description

Welder Helper

Location: Baytown, TexasEmployment Type: Full‑Time

Schedule: Monday- Friday, 6 AM -6 PM, rotating

Job Responsibilities

• Assist welders with MIG welding on stainless steel components.


• Prepare materials, clean weld areas, and set up welding equipment.


• Support welders during fabrication of structural parts, pipe sections, and stainless assemblies.


• Operate grinders, saws, and basic shop tools to prep and finish welds.


• Hold, position, and secure materials during welding and fit‑up.


• Help with layout, measuring, cutting, and material handling.


• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow all safety procedures.


• Assist with moving girders, stiffeners, splice plates, and diaphragms for FCAW/MIG structural work.


• Perform basic tack welding if approved by supervisor.


• Work closely with welders and fitters to meet production goals.

Requirements

• Experience assisting welders in an industrial or fabrication environment.


• Basic knowledge of MIG welding, stainless steel handling, and shop tools.


• Ability to lift heavy materials and work in hot or confined environments.


• Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn.


• Ability to follow instructions and maintain safety standards