Welder Trainee - Kenn

Sabre Industries, Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401(k) with Company Match

Continuing Education & Tuition Reimb.

Life and Disability Coverage

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Health and Wellness Resources

Employee Discounts

Overtime & Per Diem Opportunities

Job summary

Sabre Industries, Inc. in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Welder Trainee to join our production team. You will train on the GMAW process, complete the Welder Training Program, and perform welds to approved drawings and WPS.

The role requires basic math, blueprint reading, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. On-site work with competitive benefits and opportunities for skill growth.

Qualifications

• Willingness to complete Welder Training Program and pass GMAW 2G test.
• Able to read and interpret blueprints and welding instructions.
• Upholds Sabre safety guidelines and uses PPE.
• Adjust welding machines per WPS.
• Regular attendance and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Support production by performing welds to code and drawings.
• Operate welding equipment and pre-heat parts per WPS.
• Inspect welds visually and use gauges.
• Maintain safety and PPE compliance.

Skills

GMAW welding

Metal Core welding

Blueprint reading

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

At Sabre Industries, we connect and power America’s communities with world‑class utility and telecom solutions. We reliably build a better world together; one customer, one team, and one community at a time. Our teams live out the organization’s core values of integrity, commitment, innovation, and connection. That’s how we continuously exceed our high standards of enterprise excellence—by creating a space for our engaged employees to thrive.

Scope of Responsibility

This position performs production within prescribed codes, and according to prescribed procedures, specifications, and drawings. Must complete Welder Training Program by passing a GMAW 2G qualification weld test that meets visual and bend testing acceptance criteria. As an applicant, a 2F Evaluation will be administered to determine skillset and knowledge base before being offered the Welder Trainee position.

Essential Duties

• Knowledge of general safety guidelines. Sabre specific safety guidelines will be taught on site.
• Wears required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Works independently with minimal supervision on assignments. Displays a strong sense of ownership for work.
• Flexible and adaptable: has the ability to readily switch tasks when directed.
• Sabre’s quality expectations and application in the workplace will be taught during onboarding and on‑the‑job training.
• Basic understanding of blueprints and weld symbols.
• Adjust welding machines within parameters of welding procedure specifications (WPS).
• Frequently pushes, pulls and lifts up to 50 pounds.
• Uses oxy‑fuel torch to pre‑heat parts to be welded in accordance with welding procedure specifications (WPS).
• Uses GMAW welding process to weld small components or assemblies.
• Uses chipping hammer, wire brush, and grinders at various times to clean weld joints and finished welds.
• Uses magnetic drills to drill various size holes on pole assembly as required by drawings.
• Visually inspects his/her work to ensure that welds comply with applicable drawings and code requirements.
• Uses a weld gauge to measure weld sizes. Proper usage will be taught during training.
• Additional duties as assigned by Supervisor and/ or Management as knowledge base increases.
• Regular and on‑time attendance.
• Maintains a positive attitude.
• Works in your shift as scheduled.
• Gets along with coworkers.

Position Requirements

Education: High School diploma or GED equivalent preferred.

Skills & Abilities

• Basic math skills required.
• Must be able to read and write.
• Ability to read blueprints required.
• GMAW or Metal Core Welding experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand 100% of scheduled shift. Lifting, pushing, prying, and dragging heavy materials, up to 50 pounds.
• Must possess adequate hand‑eye coordination, dexterity and stamina to sustain expected production effectively.
• Must be able to work in fast‑paced work environment.
• Must be able to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving entire body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, bending, twisting and handling of materials.
• Must be able to work in an open environment exposed to extreme temperatures.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Continuing Education & Tuition Reimbursement
• Life and Disability Coverage
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Health and Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts
• Overtime & Per Diem Opportunities

Sabre Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer: M/F/Vets/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Revision 12/30/2024