Welder / Fitter - TEMP

Welder / Fitter - TEMP


Company
PrideStaff
Location
Houston, TX
Posted
5 days ago
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via PrideStaff Jobs

Job Description
Welder / Fitter
Location: Houston, TX 77032
Pay Rate: $20 $24 DOE
Schedule: 8 AM to 5 PM , Monday to Friday

Seeking a determined and professional for carrying out basic tasks to perform assembly
and welding operations of fabricated metal products. This candidate must have the ability and
desire to function as part of a team and to also perform well independently. The candidate must
have good communication skills, a positive attitude, be prepared to multitask, and adapt well to
change.

Responsibilities:
β€’ Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings as they pertain to welding of parts. Ability to complete routine reports.
β€’ Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as area, circumference and volume. Ability to apply concept of basic algebra and geometry.
β€’ Good communication skill.
β€’ Ability to work without close supervision and exercise individual initiative.
β€’ Set up and operate multiple hydraulic and electric drive bending machines.
β€’ Set up and operate a variety of manual machines. Ability to use the following hand or powered hand tools, including but not limited to, drill, file, grinder, hammer, pliers and screwdrivers.
β€’ Use the following measuring tools: tape meter, caliper, square.
β€’ Set up and weld parts using welding equipment following welding procedures.
β€’ Operate the following plant equipment: forklift, hand cutting torch, pendant jib, gantry and overhead cranes (also radio controlled).
β€’ Read and accurately interpret specifications from cut sheets to determine material type and size. Read detailed production orders to determine product specifications including dimensions and tolerances.
β€’ Work with a variety of materials to include, but not limited to, raw pipe of varying sizes, bar stock, flanges, flat bars and sheet metal part template.
β€’ Potentially move for a short period of time to the Italian Headquarter facility for training with each internal department, mastering the overall concept of practice.
β€’ Other duties as assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications:
β€’ High school graduate. Welding school or technical courses preferred.
β€’ 1-3 years’ work experience preferred.
β€’ 1-3 years’ experience TIG and MIG welding
β€’ Must have valid proof of eligibility to work in the USA.
β€’ Bilingual English/Spanish speaking is a plus.
β€’ Open availability to travel both within the USA and internationally.

Physical Demands
β€’ While performing this job, the successful candidate will be regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb.
β€’ The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. The employee must occasionally push and/or pull a maximum force of 200 ft-lb.

Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $20.00 - $20.00 Per Hour

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs

Q What is the median hourly wage for welders in the United States as of January 2026 including overtime rates?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the median hourly wage for welders at $28.45 as of January 2026 with time-and-a-half overtime required after 40 hours under FLSA rules. Welders in manufacturing earn an additional $4.20 per hour on average for night shifts. Annual median earnings reach $59,176 for full-time roles.
Q How many hours per week can welders legally work in the United States without overtime pay in 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor sets the standard workweek at 40 hours with overtime at 1.5 times the regular rate required after that threshold in 2026. Welders on federal contracts receive double time for hours over 48 in a workweek. Paid sick leave of up to 56 hours annually applies under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act extensions.
Q What education and experience are required to qualify for welder jobs in the United States in 2026?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics states a high school diploma plus 6-12 months of postsecondary welding training or apprenticeship is required for 2026 entry-level positions. Three years of documented experience is mandatory for structural welding roles under AWS D1.1 standards referenced by DOL. Certification in SMAW or GMAW processes must be completed before hire.
Q What documents are required to apply for welder positions through U.S. Department of Labor registered apprenticeships in 2026?
Applicants must submit Form ETA-671, high school transcripts, and proof of U.S. work authorization to DOL-registered programs by March 2026 deadlines. A valid driver's license and negative drug test results from a SAMHSA-certified lab are mandatory. Background checks via FBI fingerprinting are required for nuclear or pipeline welding tracks.
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