WELDERS and FITTERS
Company
Quality Ironworks
Location
Dallas, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
17–23 an hour
Posted
30 days ago
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Job Description
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Welders to join our team, specializing in the fabrication of goods for the construction industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in metal fabrication, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
All applicants will be required to go through our welding and fitting assessment using a MIG Welder and .045 wire, at our headquarters located in Dallas, Tx. You will need a welding hood and heavy welding gloves.
Pay Rate: $17.00 - $23.00/HR depending on experience
Essential Functions
A Fitter, positions, aligns and fits parts according to specifications; fabricates heavy steel components by reading shop drawings and bills of material; performing welding operations using a variety of MIG welding equipment; verifies welding results; documents actions; maintains a safe work environment; keeps equipment operating smoothly; accomplishes manufacturing and organization mission.
Job Functions
• Position, align, fit, and weld parts to form complete units or subunits, following blueprints and layout specifications using jigs, welding torches, and hand tools.
• Verify conformance of workpieces to specifications, using squares, and measuring tapes.
• Tack-weld fitted parts together.
• Lay out and examine metal stock or workpieces to be processed in order to ensure that specifications are met.
• Align and fit parts according to specifications, turnbuckles, wedges, pry bars, and hammers.
• Locate and mark workpiece bending and cutting lines allowing for stock thickness, machine and welding shrinkage, and other component specifications.
• Position or tighten braces, clamps, and/or bolt parts in position for welding.
• Study engineering drawings and blueprints to determine materials requirements and task sequences.
• Move parts into position, manually or by using forklifts, hoists and/or cranes.
• Design and construct templates and fixtures, using hand tools.
• Assist in straightening warped or bent parts, using sledges and/or hand torches.
• Capable of lifting at least 50+ pounds
Qualifications
2+ years in Steel Fabrication working as Fitter
• Blueprint reading
• Hand tools proficiency
• Fabrication experience
• Basic math skills
• Welding knowledge, including MIG welding
• Familiarity with power tools
• Understanding of crane operation
• Knowledge of calipers and micrometers
Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Experience:
• Fitting: 2 years (Required)
• Metal fabrication: 3 years (Preferred)
• Welding: 3 years (Preferred)
All applicants will be required to go through our welding and fitting assessment using a MIG Welder and .045 wire, at our headquarters located in Dallas, Tx. You will need a welding hood and heavy welding gloves.
Pay Rate: $17.00 - $23.00/HR depending on experience
Essential Functions
A Fitter, positions, aligns and fits parts according to specifications; fabricates heavy steel components by reading shop drawings and bills of material; performing welding operations using a variety of MIG welding equipment; verifies welding results; documents actions; maintains a safe work environment; keeps equipment operating smoothly; accomplishes manufacturing and organization mission.
Job Functions
• Position, align, fit, and weld parts to form complete units or subunits, following blueprints and layout specifications using jigs, welding torches, and hand tools.
• Verify conformance of workpieces to specifications, using squares, and measuring tapes.
• Tack-weld fitted parts together.
• Lay out and examine metal stock or workpieces to be processed in order to ensure that specifications are met.
• Align and fit parts according to specifications, turnbuckles, wedges, pry bars, and hammers.
• Locate and mark workpiece bending and cutting lines allowing for stock thickness, machine and welding shrinkage, and other component specifications.
• Position or tighten braces, clamps, and/or bolt parts in position for welding.
• Study engineering drawings and blueprints to determine materials requirements and task sequences.
• Move parts into position, manually or by using forklifts, hoists and/or cranes.
• Design and construct templates and fixtures, using hand tools.
• Assist in straightening warped or bent parts, using sledges and/or hand torches.
• Capable of lifting at least 50+ pounds
Qualifications
2+ years in Steel Fabrication working as Fitter
• Blueprint reading
• Hand tools proficiency
• Fabrication experience
• Basic math skills
• Welding knowledge, including MIG welding
• Familiarity with power tools
• Understanding of crane operation
• Knowledge of calipers and micrometers
Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Experience:
• Fitting: 2 years (Required)
• Metal fabrication: 3 years (Preferred)
• Welding: 3 years (Preferred)
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Packing Jobs
What is the minimum wage for Packing Jobs in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the minimum wage for packing jobs in the United States is $7.25 per hour as of 2026. Non-exempt packing workers must receive overtime compensation at 1.5 times their regular rate for all hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.
What are the required working hours, overtime rules, and leave benefits for packing jobs in the United States?
The Fair Labor Standards Act mandates a 40-hour workweek for packing jobs, with mandatory overtime pay after 40 hours as of 2026. Eligible employees receive up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act after completing 12 months of service with their employer.
What tax withholdings apply to packing job wages in the United States?
Packing job employees must have 6.2 percent Social Security tax and 1.45 percent Medicare tax withheld from wages under FICA as of 2026. Employers also withhold federal income tax based on IRS Publication 15 tables, with an additional 0.9 percent Medicare surtax applying to wages over $200,000 for single filers.
What visa or work permit requirements apply to non-citizens seeking packing jobs in the United States?
Non-citizens must obtain employment authorization through USCIS before starting packing jobs, typically via H-2B temporary non-agricultural worker visas with a 2026 annual cap of 66,000. Employers must file Form I-129 and demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available.
