Welder

Owen Companies•Lake Worth, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Welder operates appropriate equipment to assemble mechanical structures or parts with precision. Work is performed in a parts warehouse, shop, or service facility. The role may involve exposure to shop equipment, noise, and warehouse conditions, and occasionally lifting parts and materials weighing up to 50 pounds. The position is located in Fort Worth, Texas, is full-time, and has a day shift. Salary is undisclosed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two to four years of experience in parts sales, inventory management, service operations, or a related field.
Proven experience as a welder.
Ability to read SAE and metric measurements.
Ability to learn parts diagrams and blueprints.
Self-motivation and organizational ability.
Ability to multitask and use reasoning skills.
Safety-conscious approach and basic math skills.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to stand for the entire shift and work in cold or hot outdoor environments.
Ability to operate a warehouse forklift.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to withstand extreme temperatures.

Nice To Haves

Technical or business training.
Experience in equipment, industrial distribution, or service shop environments.
Ability or willingness to learn forklift and telehandler operations.

Responsibilities

Assist in unloading trucks as needed.
Maintain good housekeeping in the work area.
Be available for an on-call schedule for weekend or after-hours callouts.
Determine appropriate welding equipment and methods based on job requirements.
Operate angle grinders to prepare parts for welding.
Align components using measuring tools such as calipers and rulers, and clamp pieces in place.
Identify opportunities to increase parts sales and improve margins.
Use an oxy-acetylene torch.
Measure and cut materials to specifications.
Weld components in vertical, horizontal, or overhead positions.