Welder Helper

Koch•Katy, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The shop in Katy, TX has an opening for a Welder Helper. Our Team Optimized Process Designs, LLC (OPD) is an engineering/construction company headquartered in Katy, TX with an expertise in the natural gas, natural gas liquids, and petrochemical industries. OPD is part of the larger Koch Engineered Solutions (KES) organization which provides a variety of capabilities across many industries. Originally incorporated in 1980, OPD has developed a strong reputation for honesty, integrity, and ability to successfully execute projects. OPD has a key advantage in being able to supply construction services as well as engineering/procurement. This enables clients to have a "one stop shop" for the overall project, providing increased efficiency and avoiding potential interface problems. OPD's industry experience, flexibility, and personal attention have made us a preferred partner to our customers and our tight knit, highly productive, team atmosphere makes OPD a great place to work.

Requirements

Must know how to clean welds with a buffer or grinder for the welder
6 months previous experience as a welder helper
Past exposure to different metals including carbon, stainless steel, and galvanized steel
Must be willing and able to work all shifts up to 12 hours per day and 7 days per week.
Must be able and willing to attend mandatory safety meetings
Must be able to meet all physical requirements

Nice To Haves

Experience in a gas plant construction environment
Familiar with all aspects of welding and their impact on the project
Previous experience working in a shop environment

Responsibilities

Assisting welder with making sure that welder has all materials required for welding: rods, grinding discs
Assist welder with setting up and moving the rig between work areas
Adjust temperature on welding machine at the direction of the welder
Cleaning welds with a buffer or grinder
Being familiar with different types of metals
Clean work area and restock supplies and materials as necessary
Operate tools and equipment including: beveling machines, cut-off grinders, hammers, torches, magnetic drills, welding machines, and a Saw-Zall.
Ability to work safely and accurately.
Actively participate in a strong safety culture
Recognize safety hazards and risks
Participate in safety meetings
Follow OPD safety policies and procedures
Be aware of changing conditions at the Shop
Be on time to the jobsite each day ready for work
Display a positive attitude and be able to work in a team environment
High attention to detail to avoid reworks and errors