Welder Fabricator Apprentice
About The Position
The Welder / Fabricator Apprentice joins, fabricates, and repairs metal and other weldable materials using appropriate welding techniques. The apprentice interprets blueprints, specifications, diagrams, or schematics to determine the correct welding process, prepares materials and may set up welding equipment, and inspects completed welds for structural soundness and compliance with quality standards. The role requires familiarity with and adherence to safety requirements and protocols for hazardous environments. The apprentice works under close supervision of senior department personnel and may participate in a formal apprenticeship program or relevant specialty training. The position typically requires 0–1 year of general work experience. It is full-time, based in Muleshoe, Texas, with a day shift of 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. and moderate travel requirements.
Requirements
- High school diploma or educational equivalent.
- Clean driving record.
- Willingness to learn welding processes and equipment.
- Eagerness to learn metal fabrication techniques.
- Interest in learning stainless sanitary welding.
- Willingness to develop stick and TIG welding skills.
- Ability to work 8–10 hour shifts.
- Ability to read, hear, speak, comprehend, and carry out verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to walk and stand for prolonged periods.
- Ability to stoop, bend, reach, lift, climb ladders, and regularly carry items up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Comfort working around livestock.
- Ability to work and weld in awkward positions, including kneeling, lying down, or overhead.
- Ability to hear and speak.
Responsibilities
- Weld metal parts together using specified wire welding processes.
- Operate equipment safely.
- Produce strong, penetrated welds that are smooth, non-porous, and consistent.
- Assist Service Technicians with equipment repairs and installations.
- Follow municipal, state, and federal regulatory requirements and report nonconformities.
- Follow UDA quality policies and procedures and report nonconformities.
- Follow UDA safety policies and procedures and report nonconformities.
- Perform other duties as required.
- Learn to perform vertical, flat, and overhead welds with good penetration and a quality appearance.
- Interpret blueprints, specifications, diagrams, or schematics to determine the correct welding process.
- Inspect completed welds for structural soundness and compliance with quality standards.
- Prepare materials and set up welding equipment as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
