Welder I - 1st shift (Houston, MS)

Accelevation•Houston, MS

1h•Onsite

About The Position

A Welder fabricates, assembles, and repairs metal structures and products using various welding techniques and equipment. The role involves preparing parts for welding and using hand tools, clamps, jigs, and fixtures to ensure precision and quality. The Welder interprets blueprints, technical drawings, and welding symbols to complete work accurately. Key tasks include welding, cutting, grinding, and finishing metal surfaces to meet specifications and safety standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; or three to six months of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least six months of hands-on experience in welding and fabrication applications, including cutting, welding or brazing, drilling, marking or engraving; experience welding dissimilar metals is a plus.
Proficiency in welding safety, weld filler selection, welding process parameters, and fixturing.
Familiarity and experience with metallurgy, weld joint analysis, and backing gas applications.
Strong cognitive and clear communication skills, with attention to detail.
Self-motivated, able to lead projects to completion with minimal oversight, and demonstrates problem-solving ability.
Ability to work independently and unsupervised while prioritizing tasks.

Nice To Haves

Experience welding dissimilar metals.

Responsibilities

Plan work-order procedures and gather the tools and materials required by job instructions and specifications.
Repair and fabricate items and equipment using cutting, burning, and welding techniques and equipment.
Monitor welding, burning, and fitting to prevent overheating, damage, warping, distortion, expansion, or shrinkage.
Prepare, assemble, and tack-weld parts and surfaces.
Maintain, organize, and clean equipment and the work area.
Notify the Team Leader of faulty equipment or defective materials.
Perform other related duties as assigned, including machine operation.
Perform quality control and complete required documentation.
Perform prep work and grinding.