Welder III (MIG/Stick) in Houston, TX 77040

ZipRecruiter; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly skilled welder with extensive experience in MIG and Stick welding. This role demands a professional who can produce impeccable welds that meet rigorous structural and cosmetic standards without the need for cleanup. The ideal candidate will not only excel in technical skills but also have the capacity to mentor less experienced welders. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute significantly to achieving daily production goals and maintaining high-quality standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of welding experience with MIG and Stick expertise.
• Ability to produce clean welds without grinding.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and operate welding equipment for structural and cosmetic standards.
• Train and mentor less experienced welders.

Skills

MIG Welding

Stick Welding

Blueprint Reading

Measurement Skills

Tools

Welding Equipment

Cutting Torch

Job description

Job Description

Description:

This position requires a skilled individual with a strong background in welding, specifically with expertise in MIG and Stick welding processes. The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of welding experience and possess the ability to produce clean welds that meet both structural and cosmetic standards without the need for grinding or cleanup.

Welder Duties:

1. Set-up and operate welding equipment to weld parts that meet both structural and cosmetic standards.
2. Read and interpret welding drawings, production order sheets, and other instruction documents.
3. Utilize measurement tools to manually layout parts to be welded as necessary.
4. Utilize fixtures and other part holding devices to accurately position parts for repetitive welding operations.
5. Perform welding using MIG processes (95% of our welding).
6. Perform Stick welding as required (5% of our welding).
7. Capable of training and mentoring less experienced welders.
8. Use of cutting torch rig.
9. Responsible for daily production goals.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 15+ years of welding experience, with expertise in MIG and Stick.
• Able to consistently produce clean welds that pass structural and cosmetic standards, requiring no grinding.
• Knowledge of setting machines for material type and thickness being welded.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure.
• Strong proficiency in reading drawings (blueprints).
• Capable of lifting at least 75 lbs. and able to stand for extended periods.
• Submit to and pass a drug screening.
• Submit to and pass a background check.