Welder - Nights

Fisher Industries; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Fisher Industries is seeking a Welder for the night shift to join our team. You will read blueprints, set up parts, and perform arc, gas, and wire welding to create durable joints for heavy civil construction projects. Safety and quality are priorities as you support various fabrication tasks.

Responsibilities include inspecting welds, maintaining equipment, and following documented procedures. Night shift hours apply, with strict adherence to safety protocols and company policies.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Welding skills with stick and wire welders required.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Experience with machining is a plus.
• Night shift schedule only.

Responsibilities

• Using welding equipment to fuse metal pieces and create strong bonds.
• Interpreting technical drawings to understand specifications.
• Preparing metal parts for welding by aligning and clamping.
• Employing arc, gas, and resistance welding methods.
• Inspecting welds for defects and conformance to standards.
• Maintaining welding equipment and adhering to safety regulations.
• Wearing required safety gear and following blueprints and documentation.

Skills

Stick welding

Wire welding

Blueprint reading

Machining experience

Job description

Fisher Industries is a vertically integrated family of businesses that provides heavy civil construction and aggregate products across the United States. With over 70 years of experience, the company specializes in highways, bridges, aggregates, and large-scale infrastructure projects, supported by in-house capabilities in drilling, blasting, crushing, asphalt, and concrete production. Fisher is committed to delivering innovative, cost-effective solutions with an emphasis on safety and quality. As a proven industry leader, Fisher Industries continues to grow while maintaining the integrity and values of a family-owned company. For additional information about our company, visit our website at www.fisherind.com

POSITION SCOPE

The Welder joins metal parts using welding equipment to create and repair metal structures. They read blueprints, set up parts, and use various welding techniques to ensure strong and durable joints. Welder duties also include inspecting materials, maintaining equipment, and adhering to safety protocols.

***NIGHT SHIFT SCHEDULE ONLY***

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Using welding equipment to fuse metal pieces together, creating strong bonds
• Interpreting technical drawings to understand specifications and dimensions
• Preparing metal parts for welding by aligning, clamping, and ensuring proper positioning
• Employing various welding methods, including arc, gas, and resistance welding
• Checking the quality of welds for defects and ensuring they meet standards
• Ensuring welding equipment is properly maintained and functioning safely
• Wearing appropriate safety gear and adhering to safety regulations
• Welding to fix damaged or worn-out metal parts and structures
• Utilizing hand tools for tasks like clamping, grinding, and cleaning metal surfaces
• Following instructions and specifications provided in blueprints or other documentation
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• Applicants must be at least 18 years old
• Welding skills with both stick and wire welders required
• Must be able to read blueprints
• Experience with machining a plus
• NIGHT SHIFT SCHEDULE ONLY

Fisher Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are a drug-free work environment requiring pre-employment and random drug testing.

If you require an accommodation with applying, please email [e-mail] or call the HR Department at [phone] to request accommodations. This email is only to request accommodation for the application process and is not an email to inquire about the status of your application.