Welder TIG or MIG

OW Lee•Comfort, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Welder’s primary responsibility is TIG and MIG welding of aluminum and steel parts. Work must be performed safely, accurately, and promptly in the welding area. The role involves planning work-order procedures, gathering tools and materials, repairing and fabricating items and equipment, preparing and assembling parts, and maintaining equipment and the work area. The employee must follow safety procedures, use only machinery they have been trained and authorized to operate, and promptly notify a supervisor of equipment issues or when further direction is needed. This is a standing, semi-strenuous role in a warehouse or light manufacturing environment. Employees must follow required personal protective equipment and safe-lifting procedures. No item over 50 pounds may be lifted alone; assistance must be requested. The position is full-time, in person, with an eight-hour Monday-to-Friday shift and expected hours of 40 per week. Pay is $16.00 to $18.00 per hour.

Requirements

Required: 1 year of MIG experience.
Required: 1 year of TIG welding experience.
Ability to adjust amperage on a welding machine.
Ability to use a 1–2 pound hammer.
Ability to lift, move, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds; items over 50 pounds must not be lifted alone.
Ability to stand for the length of a shift and perform work involving lifting, stooping, kneeling, bending, reaching, pulling, turning, and walking between workstations.
Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and to reach with hands and arms at waist level.
Good, correct vision.
Ability to speak and read either English or Spanish.
Basic mathematical skills.
Ability to understand and carry out written, oral, or diagram-form instructions using common sense, and to ask for help or clarification when needed.
Ability to take verbal and written direction, work with others, prioritize, and maintain attention to detail.
Demonstrated dedication, a good work ethic, self-motivation, and willingness to work toward department and company goals.
Must wear a welding helmet, gloves, apron, and safety glasses; hearing protection in designated high-noise areas; an N95 dust/mist respirator while welding, cutting, or grinding; rubber-sole leather work shoes; and full-length pants and long-sleeved shirts with forearm protection or suitable welding protective clothing.

Nice To Haves

2 years of welding experience is preferred.

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.
Prepare, assemble, and tack-weld parts and surfaces.
Maintain, organize, and clean equipment and the work area.
Operate machinery safely and only when trained and authorized to do so.
Monitor equipment operation and notify a supervisor when machinery is not operating properly.
Follow safe lifting procedures and ask for assistance with any item over 50 pounds.
Wear required protective equipment and follow all safety procedures.
Perform other related duties as assigned.