POSITION:Welder/Fabricator (Experienced - Levels 2 and 3) SHIFT: Monday - Thursday, 6:00 am - 4:30 pm (Friday, 6:00 am - 11:00 am; additional OT as required) PAY RATE: $21.00 - $24.00+ per hour (Depending On Experience) + Full Benefits Package LOCATION: Lubbock, TX Come weld with us! If you are an experienced welder, TrueNorth Steel could be the place for you. We are looking to grow our Game Changer team and continue delivering quality products to our customers. As a Welder at TrueNorth Steel, you will play a role in achieving our mission and find the job satisfaction you deserve. We stay true to our company values of Safety, Integrity, Humility, Focus, Knowledge, Commitment, and Confidence each and every day. Since 1945, TrueNorth Steel has been delivering quality manufactured and fabricated steel products. TrueNorth Steel offers a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental, life insurance, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off, among other benefits. If your values align with ours and you're interested in furthering your welding career, apply with TrueNorth Steel today! ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS • Embrace and demonstrate the qualities of the TrueNorth Steel Game Changer definition • Follow all company safety and quality requirements • Mastered all aspects of level 1 position • Qualified in welding disciplines required for the facility • Able to work on semi routine assignments • Requires minimal help from supervisor on new tasks • Shows initiative to recognize areas of opportunity within current standard procedures • Maintains technical qualifications required for positions • Prompt and dependable attendance • Other duties as assigned KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND QUALITIES • Exhibit knowledge of material identification, equipment utilization and welding equipment set-up and maintenance • Fits and welds subassemblies into final position with flat or horizontal welds • Accurately measures to specified tolerances • Performs flat and horizontal welding • Advanced knowledge of weld symbols • Basic oxy fuel and/or carbon arcing • Able to final inspect welds • Able to do basic Layouts • Understand and follow oral and written directions • Ability to read a tape measure (imperial and metric) • Ability to work with others • Ability to work safely and accurately • Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions • Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly • Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace • Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal • The trait of being dependable and trustworthy EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE • 3-5+ year(s) of welding experience preferred. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
See More Details >>SOLV Energyis an engineering, procurement, construction (EPC) and solar services provider for utility solar, high voltage substation and energy storage markets across North America. Job Description Summary: A certified Welder in the solar industry is responsible for performing welding operations to assemble and fabricate solar panels, structures, and components. They work with various materials such as steel, aluminum, and stainless steel to ensure the proper construction and installation of solar systems. Job Description: • This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned Position Responsibilities and Duties: • Reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine welding requirements. • Setting up and operating welding equipment, including MIG, TIG, and arc welding machines. • Preparing materials for welding by cleaning, cutting, and shaping them as needed. • Welding components together using the appropriate welding techniques and methods. • Inspecting welded joints and structures to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications. • Repairing and modifying existing solar panels and structures as necessary. • Collaborating with engineers and other team members to resolve welding-related issues and improve processes. • Following safety procedures and wearing protective equipment to prevent accidents and injuries. • Maintaining welding equipment and tools in good working condition. • Keeping accurate records of work performed, materials used, and time spent on projects. Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements: • Strong understanding of construction, welding techniques and practices • Excellent attention to detail • Manual dexterity • Ability to work effectively in a team environment. • Certification in welding and relevant experience in the solar industry • Solar panel installation experience preferred but can be taught SOLV Energy Is an Equal Opportunity Employer At SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Benefits: Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees can enroll in our company's 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay. Compensation Range: $20.00 - $35.00 Pay Rate Type: Hourly SOLV Energy does not accept unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies. We require all third-party recruiters to communicate exclusively with our internal talent acquisition team. SOLV Energy will not pay a placement fee to any third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of our internal talent acquisition team. In addition, candidate introductions or resumes can only be submitted to our internal talent acquisition recruiting team if a signed vendor agreement is already on file and the third-party recruiter or agency has received formal instructions from our internal talent acquisition team to submit candidates for a particular job posting. Any unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes sent by third-party recruiters to SOLV Energy or directly to any of our employees, or received through our website or career portal, will be considered property of SOLV Energy and will not be eligible for a placement fee. In the event a third-party recruiter submits a resume or refers a candidate without a previously signed vendor agreement, SOLV Energy explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire the candidate(s) without financial liability to such third-party recruiter. If you're interested in a meaningful career with a brighter future, join the SOLV Energy Team.
See More Details >>As a family-owned and operated company, we feel a special obligation to the employees who comprise our Taco family. We are committed to offering employees access to the tools necessary to live long and productive lives. We strive to instill in all of our employees:A positive mental attitude that helps us to be a leader in the industryA commitment to building strong relationships, both inside and outside the organizationA desire to learn, grow, and contribute to moving our strategy forwardA need to create and to innovateEmployment Type: Full TimeShift: 1st ShiftWork Status: OnsitePosition Summary: The Welder HF (Hydroflo) performs a variety of standardized as well as customized welding duties on standard and nonstandard parts. They perform custom weldment fit up using the gas metal arc welding/flux cored arc welding processes. Measures of SuccessFull understanding of relevant Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and the ability to follow all parameters within. Timely completion of all welding operations within the operational time limits and according to company quality protocols. Capability of welding fillet and groove welds without backing in both the horizontal and flat positions. Ability to resolve minor welding and fit-up issues with minimal guidance. ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities include but are not limited to:Works mostly independently using drawings, specifications, WPS and verbal instructions. Uses various types of welding equipment and a variety of common hand and power tools. Performs fit up and fully welds a variety of standard and custom fabrications, with minimal guidance, by reading and interpreting standard and custom part drawings. Performs final welding operations on complex weldments. Uses gas metal arc welding/flux cored arc welding GMAW/FCAW welding process, with or without backing, in the flat, horizontal and vertical positions, on both steel and stainless-steel materials. Welds full penetration welds on small diameter pipe using the gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) process. Uses a scissor lift when needed to access welding work at heights. With assistance and supervision, may perform more complicated welding and fit up, using various equipment. Assures that all parameters within the WPS are adhered to. Monitors quality of work, makes corrective adjustments and reports equipment malfunctions, defective materials or other unusual conditions to Supervisor. Maintains necessary records and completes transactions within the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. Maintains work area in neat, clean, and orderly condition and observes all safety regulations and practices. Performs other related duties as assigned or directed. QualificationsRequired:High school diploma or equivalentMust be able to pass American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Section IX welding tests with the following variables: FCAW/GMAW and SAW processesSteel-steel, steel-stainless, stainless-stainless materialFlat, horizontal and vertical positionsWith or without backingSmall pipe diameter in rotated horizontal position3+ years of welding experience using drawings, specifications, charts and welding equipment Proficiency in numerous Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) including small pipe qualification and various welding positions.Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and effectively apply to assigned work Ability to perform repetitive work requiring constant alertness or activity and including standing and lifting for extended periods of time, sometimes at height of up to 10 feetAbility to manage time effectively to meet strict time deadlines and production volumes Good judgment to comply with instructions, solve problems, and the ability to solve minor technical issues without guidance PreferredGraduate of a welding and fabrication vocational or technical training program 12 months experience in a pipe, pressure vessel or structural welding shop Work EnvironmentThis position works primarily in a production floor environment where large equipment and noise are prevalent. Safety gear is required in these areas.This position reports into the site every day.This position has no direct reports.BenefitsWith nearly 1,000 people working at Taco worldwide, each with their own story, you will discover a sense of community and diverse, intelligent colleagues who help us innovate, create and explore.Taco employees benefit from a company that:Provides competitive salaries and benefitsOffers tuition reimbursement, career development, and on-site training programs in our learning centerBelieves in sharing profits with its employeesIs mindful about family, health and well-beingFosters conditions that allow people and communities to reach their full potentialEmbraces and celebrates diversity#TacoComfortSolutions
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Lubbock, TX, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 402,333 welders nationwide, with a median annual wage of $45,190, and projects a 2-3% growth in the welding sector. Apprentices earn an average of $65 per hour in Lubbock, with an annual overtime average of $3,384. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring welders find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
