Welder Helper/Laborer

Welder Helper/Laborer


Company
Platt's Welding and Construction
Location
Dallas, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
17–18 an hour
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Welder Helper,

Must know how to read a tape measure and accurately transfer the measurement to material. Prefer someone that knows how to use a torch, a cutoff wheel, and grinder.

Job is Monday - Friday, 7am to 3:30pm. The job is outside. This is hard work. There is foul language used. If any of these bother you, DO NOT APPLY.

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

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