MIG Welder

Powell•Houston, TX

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Powell is a manufacturer of switchgear and other electrical equipment. We are currently hiring a MIG Welder at our Southeast Houston manufacturing facility. The purpose of this position is for a Fitter/Welder to work individually or as part of a team to produce Sheet Metal weldments that meet the dimensional specifications of mechanical engineered drawings. The Fitter/Welder will be required to determine weld locations, sizes, and lengths according to drawings, and meet cosmetic or appearance specifications, which may include grinding welds and sheet metal buffing.

Requirements

1-2 years of relevant work experience
Basic command of the English language, both written and verbal
Ability to execute hot work (any work performed outside of department)
Ability to finish grind, surface finishing based on departmental requirements
Ability to repair improper welds
Knowledge of fixtures required for area of responsibility
Ability to tack weld
Ability to stud weld
Ability to fine tune voltage
Ability to square parts
Ability to torch cut
Ability to arc metal gouge
Basic product knowledge (understanding of how work ties into the larger picture) based on departmental need/requirement
Knowledge of AWS chart/steel tables
Knowledge of welding symbols
Knowledge of and ability to use basic tools (tape measure squares, clamps, fillet gage, angle finder, etc.)
Ability to convert decimals to fractions and utilize conversion chart
Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers
Ability to effectively work in team environment
Awareness and adherence to Lock Out Tag Out procedures
Ability to follow company operating procedures, safety rules and ISO requirements