Apache Workforce is seeking experienced and motivated Structural Welders for opportunities in Conroe, TX. In this role, you will fabricate sheet metal parts and metal building components, perform MIG/FLUX welding on mild steel and stainless steel, and ensure finished products meet dimensional and quality requirements. Pay is $22.00–$28.00 per hour depending on experience, with an additional $2.00 per hour for night shift.
Responsibilities
- Reference shop prints to determine weld locations, sizes, and lengths.
- Perform MIG and spray-transfer MIG welding on mild steel and stainless steel.
- Create fittings and assemblies, and perform basic layouts, positioning, and alignment.
- Set up and adjust welding equipment to maintain weld quality.
- Cope, fit, square, tack weld, and stud weld parts.
- Read blueprints and inspect parts for dimensional accuracy.
- Maintain dimensions, squareness, and plumb throughout fabrication.
- Perform grinding, surface finishing, torch cutting, and material preparation.
- Examine weld beads, repair defects, and notify lead personnel or inspectors when products are ready for inspection.
- Operate fabrication equipment as required, including shears, brake presses, turret punches, CNC lasers, ironworkers, band saws, plasma cutters, grinders, and overhead cranes.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Perform assigned duties as needed.
Required Qualifications
- At least 2 years of welding experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- At least 2 years of experience using fabrication and measuring tools, including squares, clamps, fillet gauges, and angle grinders.
- Knowledge of applicable Quality Assurance Procedures.
- Ability to read blueprints and tape measures accurately.
- Ability to convert decimals to fractions and use conversion charts.
- Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
- Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.
- Ability to lift, push, and pull 50 or more pounds.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and stoop for extended periods.
- Excellent manual dexterity, color vision, and eyesight.
- Ability to pass a physical, drug screen, driving record review, and background check.
- Alignment with company core values.
Preferred Qualifications
- D1.1 welding certification
