Welder / Fabricator
Company
ResourceTek, LLC
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
27–29 an hour
Posted
2 days ago
Via
Indeed
Job Description
In support of our client, a global industry leader in the manufactuing of heater coils in the for the oil and gas market, ResourceTek is seeking an experienced Welder / Fabricator to join our team supporting their manufacturing facility in Houston, Texas.
Candidate will be responsible for fitting and welding of steel, aluminum and stainless-steel parts using a MIG and/or TIG process. Also required to perform other miscellaneous tasks, as assigned by his or her supervisor.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Set up welding machines based on the job at hand or using a Welding Procedure Specification
• Read and interpret blueprints and/or drawings to determine the specific welding requirements
• MIG and TIG weld steel, aluminum and stainless-steel components based on the specifications of the blueprints and/or drawings
• Ensure work is done safely and meets quality standards.
• Follow, create and help maintain Welding Procedure Specifications
• Set up welding cells for serial production runs
• Operate machinery used in the production process, or assist machine operators.
• Assemble items as instructed by floor supervisor
• Keep work areas clean and organized and take proper care of all equipment and facilities.
• Follow all company rules and policies
• Provide a great level of attention to detail and focus on the given task.
• Follow all safety rules and quality standards
• Work with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
• 2+ years’ experience as a welder / fabricator
• Experience with steel, aluminum and/or stainless steel required
• Experience with MIG and TIG welding highly preferred.
• Ability to lift heavy items up to 60 pounds consistently required.
• Ability to perform simple shop math, convert decimals to factional equivalents and fractions to decimal equivalents
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
• Ability to identify and measure material
• Ability to produce quality products consistently
• Ability to follow instructions given both verbally and in written form
• Willingness to learn and work to the best of his/her abilities as well as dependable work ethic
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs and uses
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, calipers, tape measures and angle gauges
ResourceTek offers an industry leading compensation and benefits package including employee medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid holidays and vacation, and supplemental insurances.
ResourceTek - An Equal Opportunity #OTH
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $27.00 - $29.00 per hour
Shift:
• 10 hour shift
Experience:
• welding: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate will be responsible for fitting and welding of steel, aluminum and stainless-steel parts using a MIG and/or TIG process. Also required to perform other miscellaneous tasks, as assigned by his or her supervisor.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Set up welding machines based on the job at hand or using a Welding Procedure Specification
• Read and interpret blueprints and/or drawings to determine the specific welding requirements
• MIG and TIG weld steel, aluminum and stainless-steel components based on the specifications of the blueprints and/or drawings
• Ensure work is done safely and meets quality standards.
• Follow, create and help maintain Welding Procedure Specifications
• Set up welding cells for serial production runs
• Operate machinery used in the production process, or assist machine operators.
• Assemble items as instructed by floor supervisor
• Keep work areas clean and organized and take proper care of all equipment and facilities.
• Follow all company rules and policies
• Provide a great level of attention to detail and focus on the given task.
• Follow all safety rules and quality standards
• Work with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
• 2+ years’ experience as a welder / fabricator
• Experience with steel, aluminum and/or stainless steel required
• Experience with MIG and TIG welding highly preferred.
• Ability to lift heavy items up to 60 pounds consistently required.
• Ability to perform simple shop math, convert decimals to factional equivalents and fractions to decimal equivalents
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
• Ability to identify and measure material
• Ability to produce quality products consistently
• Ability to follow instructions given both verbally and in written form
• Willingness to learn and work to the best of his/her abilities as well as dependable work ethic
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs and uses
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, calipers, tape measures and angle gauges
ResourceTek offers an industry leading compensation and benefits package including employee medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid holidays and vacation, and supplemental insurances.
ResourceTek - An Equal Opportunity #OTH
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $27.00 - $29.00 per hour
Shift:
• 10 hour shift
Experience:
• welding: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
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