Welder 3

COLT SERVICES LLC • Pasadena, TX

14h

About The Position

The Welder 3 is a skilled trade role responsible for advanced welding work to fabricate, assemble, and repair metal structures and components. The role requires interpreting complex blueprints, technical drawings, and welding symbols, selecting suitable welding techniques and materials, and producing welds that meet quality, industry, and safety standards. The Welder collaborates with engineers, fabricators, quality control teams, and other team members to troubleshoot and optimize welding processes and complete projects to client specifications and regulatory requirements.

The position uses welding processes including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux-Cored Arc Welding on materials such as steel, aluminum, and stainless steel. The schedule is Day Shift 2: eight days on and six days off, with each hitch beginning and ending on Thursdays. Shifts are 12 hours, from 0600 to 1800 hours. The schedule averages 44 standard hours per week, based on 11 hours of pay per day.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a certified welding training program or apprenticeship.
• At least 3 years of professional welding experience.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and welding symbols.
• Ability to pass welding certification tests such as the AWS Certified Welder test.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with automated or robotic welding systems.
• Certifications in multiple welding processes, such as MIG, TIG, and Stick.
• Familiarity with welding inspection techniques and non-destructive testing methods.
• Experience in industrial, manufacturing, or construction environments.
• Basic knowledge of metallurgy and welding metallurgy principles.
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux-Cored Arc Welding on steel, aluminum, stainless steel, and other metals.
• Read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and technical drawings to determine requirements and specifications.
• Inspect and test welded joints to ensure quality and compliance with industry codes and safety standards.
• Maintain welding equipment and tools, including routine maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to plan welding tasks, estimate material needs, and meet project deadlines.
• Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Document work performed and report issues or deviations from specifications to management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED