Welder - Entry Level
Company
Snelling
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
18 an hour
Posted
1 day ago
Via
via Indeed
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Job Description
• **Urgently hiring*** We are looking for several entry level welders to join our clients team. They are a Houston based steel manufacturer. This company offers a rewarding career with growth opportunities.
Pay: $18/hr + OT (as needed)
Shift: 2nd shift, 3pm-11pm
Location: Houston, TX 77015
Candidates MUST have experience with the following:
• Welding Certification
• Using and maintaining specialized machines and tools
• Ability to read and understand blueprints
• Assembling components so they are ready for final welding
• Coordinating with the labor crew for efficient installations
• Performing MIG and other types of welding methods depending on the project
• Finding and fixing faults in pipework
• Operating cutting torch and grinder
• Operating overhead crane
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Pay: $18/hr + OT (as needed)
Shift: 2nd shift, 3pm-11pm
Location: Houston, TX 77015
Candidates MUST have experience with the following:
• Welding Certification
• Using and maintaining specialized machines and tools
• Ability to read and understand blueprints
• Assembling components so they are ready for final welding
• Coordinating with the labor crew for efficient installations
• Performing MIG and other types of welding methods depending on the project
• Finding and fixing faults in pipework
• Operating cutting torch and grinder
• Operating overhead crane
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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