Welder w/Torch Operations Experience
Company
Arc Marine LLC
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time and Contractor
Salary
17–20 an hour
Posted
2 days ago
Via
Indeed
Job Description
Requirements:
• Eligible to work in the U.S.
• 2 years stick welding experience
• Torch Operations experience
• TWIC card required
• Experience in various welding rods/stick (60-series and 70-series) welding
• Consent for a pre-employment drug test screening
• A great attitude when dealing with coworkers and customers
• Ability to work Saturday/Sunday as required based on business needs (No Exceptions)
• Ability to travel to various locations for projects (No Exceptions)
• Ability to work in various weather conditions (extreme heat)
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
Responsibilities include, but not be limited to:
· Complete welding projects for clients in a timely professional manner
· Assist in selecting and procuring the right material and equipment needed for welding, measuring and aligning workpieces.
· Assisting and evaluating welding procedures and recommending improvements
· Effectively use a variety of hand, power, bench tools, and measuring devices
· Obtain required configurations and positions
· Setup, change and troubleshoot welding processes, welding perimeters, gas flow, and regulations
· Monitor the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid warping and shrinkage
· Assist other team members as needed
· Repair lines/leads if damaged
Qualifications:
· Maritime Industry experience preferred
· Ability to pass welding test (3G,4G) via stick according to AWS D1.1 and Arc Marine Welding Procedures
· Operational knowledge of hand tools and power tools
· Ability to read and understand drawings, blueprints and instructions
· Ability to climb up to 60ft
· Ability to lift 50lbs
· Willingness to learn equipment usage and troubleshoot minor issues
· Ability to comprehend verbal and written instructions
· Ability to follow standard safety standards
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
• Eligible to work in the U.S.
• 2 years stick welding experience
• Torch Operations experience
• TWIC card required
• Experience in various welding rods/stick (60-series and 70-series) welding
• Consent for a pre-employment drug test screening
• A great attitude when dealing with coworkers and customers
• Ability to work Saturday/Sunday as required based on business needs (No Exceptions)
• Ability to travel to various locations for projects (No Exceptions)
• Ability to work in various weather conditions (extreme heat)
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
Responsibilities include, but not be limited to:
· Complete welding projects for clients in a timely professional manner
· Assist in selecting and procuring the right material and equipment needed for welding, measuring and aligning workpieces.
· Assisting and evaluating welding procedures and recommending improvements
· Effectively use a variety of hand, power, bench tools, and measuring devices
· Obtain required configurations and positions
· Setup, change and troubleshoot welding processes, welding perimeters, gas flow, and regulations
· Monitor the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid warping and shrinkage
· Assist other team members as needed
· Repair lines/leads if damaged
Qualifications:
· Maritime Industry experience preferred
· Ability to pass welding test (3G,4G) via stick according to AWS D1.1 and Arc Marine Welding Procedures
· Operational knowledge of hand tools and power tools
· Ability to read and understand drawings, blueprints and instructions
· Ability to climb up to 60ft
· Ability to lift 50lbs
· Willingness to learn equipment usage and troubleshoot minor issues
· Ability to comprehend verbal and written instructions
· Ability to follow standard safety standards
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
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.
