Welder, Non-Certified - Houston South

Job Summary The Welder Non-Certified position will perform diversified hand welding on a wide variety of complex assemblies and structures using welding equipment to fabricate or repair products such as machined parts and trenching and shoring equipment. This position is a safety sensitive role that requires compliance with the company's drug and alcohol policy and adherence to all safety regulations and procedures. Key Responsibilities • Receives instructions, prints, and work orders for the job. Plans details of working procedure, and tool and material requirements. • Fabricates equipment by cutting, burning, and welding various metals. • Repairs equipment by using welding techniques and appropriate welding equipment. • Cleans and prepares surfaces to be welded. Sets up, assembles, and tacks weld parts. • Repairs worn or defective surfaces. • Uses burning equipment to dismantle assemblies and to cut material to size and shape. • Keeps equipment and work area clean and orderly. • May be assigned to dismantle or cut up obsolete equipment, setting aside parts for scrap dealers. • Completes other tasks as may be assigned by the Supervisor. • Must sign acknowledgment of reading and understanding the Company’s safety policy and adhere to all Company safety rules and regulations. Knowledge and Skills • Must have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. • Must be willing to work hours as required. • Completion of a formal apprenticeship program or completion of Company training program to the satisfaction of the Supervisor. • Strong attention to detail, precision, and control. • Emotional Intelligence, collaboration and communication skills • Quick thinker and ability to prioritize safety first • Organization and project management methodology Qualifications • Minimum (1) one-year welding experience • Ability to obtain forklift certification as required • Must have a valid driver’s license.