Welding Technician: Precision Metalwork & Inspection

nVent; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) plan and ESPP

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and wellness program

Job summary

nVent in Houston, TX seeks a skilled welder to interpret blueprints, set up welding equipment, and weld steel, aluminum, or copper in various positions. You will inspect welds, repair defects, operate cutting torches, and keep an organized, safe workspace.

Requires a High School Diploma or GED and at least 1 year of welding experience. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and read blueprints is essential; join a global leader in electrical solutions with strong growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least one year of welding experience.
• Able to read blueprints and tape measures.
• Must operate welding equipment safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprints and confirm job requirements.
• Gather materials and perform layout per specs.
• Set up welding machines and adjust settings.
• Weld steel, aluminum, copper in multiple positions.
• Inspect welds and repair defects as needed.
• Operate cutting torches and plasma cutters when required.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized work area.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Tape measure reading

Welding operation

Quality inspection

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Welding machines

Cutting torches

Plasma cutters

Overhead cranes

Job description

nVent in Houston, TX seeks a skilled welder to interpret blueprints, set up welding equipment, and weld steel, aluminum, or copper in various positions. You will inspect welds, repair defects, operate cutting torches, and keep an organized, safe workspace.

Requires a High School Diploma or GED and at least 1 year of welding experience. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and read blueprints is essential; join a global leader in electrical solutions with strong growth opportunities.