Structural Welder

Openwork•Houston, TX

6h•Onsite

About The Position

Openwork is hiring a Structural Welder for a local manufacturing company in Houston, Texas. This temp-to-hire opportunity involves fabricating and welding structural carbon steel assemblies, preparing materials, operating shop equipment, and meeting quality and safety standards. The role is presented as a long-term opportunity with potential for career advancement.

Requirements

At least 3 years of welding experience, including MIG and Flux Core.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Knowledge of shop safety in a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of AWS D1 standards.
Ability to pass a 3G open root test on 1-inch plate.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret structural blueprints, welding symbols, and shop drawings to lay out, fit up, and tack structural assemblies.
Weld structural carbon steel components using MIG (GMAW) and Flux Core (FCAW) processes in accordance with AWS D1.1 specifications.
Perform cutting, burning, beveling, and grinding using flame-cutting torches, plasma cutters, carbon arc gougers, and pipe bevelers.
Operate shop equipment, including band saws, drills, grinders, jib cranes, and overhead cranes, for material positioning and rigging.
Measure parts accurately to 1/16-inch tolerances and visually inspect fit-up and welds for compliance with standards.
Follow OSHA and shop safety guidelines.
Assist with workflow and process improvements.
Occasionally act as a backup lead or mentor less experienced fabricators.