Structural Welder

Steelcon • Houston, TX

8h • Onsite

About The Position

We're SteelCon Inc., and we're hiring multiple full-time Structural Welders to join our team in Houston, TX! If you're comfortable working independently to complete accurate, safe, and high-quality welds, then you could be the right fit. Keep reading to learn more!

Requirements

• Adequately operate a cutting torch
• Adjust the welder to ensure proper feed rate and temperature
• Properly operate forklifts, jib hoists, and overhead cranes
• Learn and use hand signals for crane operation
• Read, understand, and follow cutting lists, shop orders, and shop drawings
• Perform general math calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, etc.)
• Read, write, and follow semi-complicated verbal and written instructions
• Communicate with managers and co-workers
• Set priorities, meet goals, and work under periodic supervision
• Use a tape measure/ruler
• Follow safety policies and take accountability for your work
• Multitask
• Maintain American Welding Society certification on a 1-inch plate in flat position using the gas metal arc welding and flux-cored arc welding processes
• Pass the fillet weld break test using the gas metal arc welding process
• Pass a basic welding test that covers shop drawing interpretation, weld symbols, welding processes, weld process symbol interpretation/application, and a visual acuity test
• Pass a fitting test that covers shop drawing interpretation, fractional number calculations, basic geometry, etc.

Responsibilities

• Following blueprints to properly plan, lay out, and fit metal components (plate stiffeners, stiffened panels, bulkheads, and frames) while maintaining alignment tolerances
• Accurately locating and marking reference lines
• Using tools like jacks and turnbuckles to align parts
• Setting, fitting, and erecting structural assemblies and modules within alignment tolerances
• Installing structural foundations and outfit items (doors, hatches, brackets, etc.)
• Tack welding panels, assemblies, and more
• Using machinery like ironworkers, presses, and plate rolls to roll, bend, flange, cut, and shape metal parts
• Accurately following instructions with minimal supervision
• Performing other duties as assigned

Benefits

• PTO
• Health insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Company parties

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed