Welders' Assistant -- Orange, TX

We are hiring a Welders' Assistant for a Metal Superstore in Orange, TX! **Applications must contain a CURRENT and DETAILED resume** (Resumes that are not Current or Detailed will not be considered) **Serious applicants ONLY!

**PLEASE READ FULL DESCRIPTION BEFORE APPLYING**

**APPLICANTS MUST INCLUDE THEIR CURRENT CITY/STATE OF RESIDENCE ON APPLICATION**

Job Description

• •Measure, mark, and cut steel tubing, channel, beams and plate to length using saws and torches
• •Grind, deburr, and clean parts before and after welding
• •Hold, clamp, and position parts for fit-up and tack welding
• •Move material around the shop by hand and with the overhead crane or forklift [confirm]
• •Paint, prime, or galvanize-touch-up finished parts as needed
• •Keep welding areas, tools, and leads organized and safe; watch for fire hazards
• •Learn to tack and weld under a welder's direction

Required

• •Able to read a tape measure accurately to 1/16 inch
• •Able to lift 50 lbs regularly and stand for full shifts in a hot shop
• •Comfortable using grinders, saws, and hand tools safely
• •Reliable transportation and on-time attendance
• •Willing to wear full PPE, including welding helmet, gloves, and hearing protection

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Preferred

• •6+ months in a fabrication shop, construction, or mechanical trade
• •Welding class or vocational training (high school, Lamar Institute of Technology, Lamar State College–Orange, or similar)
• •Experience with cutting torches or plasma cutters
• •Basic understanding of shop drawings

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Working conditions Shop work around heat, sparks, noise, and fumes. Some days may include loading material or helping on job sites. PAY: Starting pay is $17.00/hr with a 520 hr. probationary period. This is a temp to hire position. Benefits after going permanent: Health Insurance, Cafeteria plan options, 401K w/match, 5 days PTO first year, potential raises, and an annual bonus once on payroll! Work Hours Standard hours are M-F, 8:00 a.m.--5:00 p.m., 1 hr lunch

Candidates MUST:

• Be a Texas or Louisiana Resident at time of interview and hire in.
• Submit 3 Professional References upon completion of phone interview
• Submit a "Clear" drug screen and Criminal Background check
• Submit a valid Driver's License and Social Security Card.

Applications must contain a current and detailed resume. *FAILURE to REPORT or CALL IN for HIRE IN APPOINTMENT WILL RESULT IN RESTRICTION FROM FUTURE EMPLOYMENT WITH US. **FAILURE TO SUBMIT TO YOUR DRUG SCREEN AT TIME OF HIRE IN, WILL PREVENT YOU FROM EMPLOYMENT.