Welder- MIG and STICK from TPI Staffing, Inc.
Houston, TX
About the Job
Welders
Shift: 7AM -3:30PM, Monday through Friday
Start Pay Range: $30 - $35/HR
Temp to Hire
Description: This position requires a skilled individual with a strong background in welding, specifically with expertise in MIG and Stick welding processes. The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of welding experience and possess the ability to produce clean welds that meet both structural and cosmetic standards without the need for grinding or cleanup.
Welder Duties:
• Set-up and operate welding equipment to weld parts that meet both structural and cosmetic standards.
• Read and interpret welding drawings, production order sheets and other instruction documents.
• As necessary, utilize measurement tools to manually layout parts to be welded.
• Utilize fixtures and other part holding devices to accurately position parts for repetitive welding operations.
• Welding using MIG processes (95% of our welding)
• Stick welding as required (5% of our welding)
• Capable of training and mentoring less experienced welders
• Use of cutting torch rig
• Responsible for daily production goals
Minimum Qualifications:
• 15+ years of welding experience, with expertise in MIG and Stick.
• Able to consistently produce clean welds, that pass structural and cosmetic standards, requiring no grinding.
• Must know how to set machines for material type and thickness being welded.
• Must be able to accurately read a tape measure.
• Must have strong proficiency at reading drawings (blueprints).
• Capable of lifting at least 75 lbs., and able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Submit to and pass a drug screening.
• Submit to and pass a background check
Weld Test:
Welder applicant must pass the following tests on site:
1. Written welding test
2. Positional welding in both MIG and STICK 100%
3. Must pass torch cutting 100%
4. Must pass fitting 50%
Tests must be completed within the specified time: (1 ½ to 2 hours)
Salary
30 - 35 /hour