Welder I - 2nd Shift

Texas Hydraulics Inc•Temple, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Spark your career with Texas Hydraulics. If you take pride in clean welds, solid craftsmanship, and doing things the right way, you’ll feel right at home here. We’re looking for a skilled GMAW (MIG) Welder who wants steady work, clear expectations, and a team that respects the trade.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
At least 6 months of welding experience or formal welder training
Ability to pass a 1G (Flat) 1” groove GMAW (MIG) qualification plate test pre-employment
Working knowledge of GMAW (MIG) welding techniques
Ability to read and follow safety rules, operating instructions, and procedures
Basic math skills (whole numbers, fractions, and decimals)
A strong work ethic and attention to detail

Responsibilities

Performing GMAW (MIG) welding on production parts and assemblies
Selecting and changing welding wire types and diameters for each application
Setting up welding machines, including amperage, voltage, wire feed speed, and pulse settings per welding documentation
Welding in flat, horizontal, and vertical positions with proper technique, travel speed, torch angle, and bead profile
Preparing parts for welding by cleaning, degreasing, grooving, or scarfing surfaces
Preheating parts to specified temperatures when required
Positioning, clamping, and tacking assemblies in jigs or fixtures
Inspecting welds for bead size, fusion, and overall quality
Cleaning slag, spatter, and excess weld material
Repairing parts as needed and properly tying in weld starts and stops
Maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and ethics
Pitching in on other duties as needed to keep production moving