Welders' Assistant -- Orange, TX
We are hiring a Welders' Assistant for a Metal Superstore in Orange, TX!
**Applications must contain a CURRENT and DETAILED resume** (Resumes that are not Current or Detailed will not be considered)
**Serious applicants ONLY!
**PLEASE READ FULL DESCRIPTION BEFORE APPLYING**
**APPLICANTS MUST INCLUDE THEIR CURRENT CITY/STATE OF RESIDENCE ON APPLICATION**
Job Description
- •Measure, mark, and cut steel tubing, channel, beams and plate to length using saws and torches
- •Grind, deburr, and clean parts before and after welding
- •Hold, clamp, and position parts for fit-up and tack welding
- •Move material around the shop by hand and with the overhead crane or forklift [confirm]
- •Paint, prime, or galvanize-touch-up finished parts as needed
- •Keep welding areas, tools, and leads organized and safe; watch for fire hazards
- •Learn to tack and weld under a welder's direction
Required
- •Able to read a tape measure accurately to 1/16 inch
- •Able to lift 50 lbs regularly and stand for full shifts in a hot shop
- •Comfortable using grinders, saws, and hand tools safely
- •Reliable transportation and on-time attendance
- •Willing to wear full PPE, including welding helmet, gloves, and hearing protection
Preferred
- •6+ months in a fabrication shop, construction, or mechanical trade
- •Welding class or vocational training (high school, Lamar Institute of Technology, Lamar State College–Orange, or similar)
- •Experience with cutting torches or plasma cutters
- •Basic understanding of shop drawings
Working conditions
Shop work around heat, sparks, noise, and fumes. Some days may include loading material or helping on job sites.
PAY: Starting pay is $17.00/hr with a 520 hr. probationary period.
This is a temp to hire position.
Benefits after going permanent: Health Insurance, Cafeteria plan options, 401K w/match, 5 days PTO first year, potential raises, and an annual bonus once on payroll!
Work Hours
Standard hours are M-F, 8:00 a.m.--5:00 p.m., 1 hr lunch
Candidates MUST:
* Be a Texas or Louisiana Resident at time of interview and hire in.
* Submit 3 Professional References upon completion of phone interview
* Submit a "Clear" drug screen and Criminal Background check
* Submit a valid Driver's License and Social Security Card.
Applications must contain a current and detailed resume.
*FAILURE to REPORT or CALL IN for HIRE IN APPOINTMENT WILL RESULT IN RESTRICTION FROM FUTURE EMPLOYMENT WITH US.
**FAILURE TO SUBMIT TO YOUR DRUG SCREEN AT TIME OF HIRE IN, WILL PREVENT YOU FROM EMPLOYMENT.