Entry-Level Welder/Fabricator (Grinding Experience a Plus!) Job Summary We are seeking motivated and hard-working individuals for an Entry-Level Welder/Fabricator position. This is an excellent opportunity to start a career in metal fabrication, working with mild and stainless steel. The role involves basic welding tasks, grinding, material handling, and learning to interpret technical specifications. First Shift: Mon-Thurs 6am-4pm Pay: $18-$21/hr Key Responsibilities • Welding Support: Perform basic welding duties, including tacking and simple joining of metal parts using MIG equipment. • Grinding & Finishing: Utilize grinders, power, and hand tools to prep materials and finish products, ensuring smooth and accurate surfaces. • Fabrication Assistance: Assist experienced fabricators with cutting, measuring, and assembling components. • Blueprint Reading (Basic): Develop and apply basic skills in reading and interpreting welding symbols and blueprints to ensure accurate dimensions. • Shop Safety: Strictly adhere to all safety policies, including the proper use of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safe operation of equipment like forklifts or overhead cranes (training provided). • Material Handling: Move and organize materials, and perform general shop duties as assigned, including lifting up to 50 pounds. Skills and Qualifications • Technical Knowledge: Basic knowledge of welding processes, metal properties, and common shop practices. • Math Skills: Basic mathematics skills are required for measuring and calculation. • Tools: Experience or familiarity with using basic power tools, hand tools, and a tape measure. • Safety Mindset: Commitment to safety precautions and procedures related to occupational hazards. • Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, lift, and perform physically demanding work in a manufacturing environment. Education: • High school diploma or equivalent. • Successful completion of a relevant technical exam or welding program is preferred but not required for entry-level. #BWC2 Job Type: Full-time Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Hours per day - 6:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Thursday, with opportunities for overtime. $16-18 per hour Located in Temple, TX! DESCRIPTION In a fast-paced, manufacturing facility, the Fit-up Welder reads and uses blueprints, a tape measure, square, appropriate MIG welding machine to fit-up, tack, and finish welding for mild steel products. Requires shop math skills including knowledge of angles. Requires knowledge of general shop practices and shop safety. Must be able to recognize and measure various steel types and sizes. Studies indicate that the noise from welding equipment exceed OSHA limitations during an 8-hour weighted average. This position will require a hearing conservation baseline and entry into the hearing conservation program. The use of hearing protection is a requirement of this position. Requires good oral communication skills, listening skills, and ability to learn. Works independently and in cooperation with other employees. Operates fork lift truck, overhead cranes and hoists. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 1. Attendance- present at scheduled shift to perform assigned tasks. 2. Comply with Shop and Department Safety Rules and practices. 3. Safely operate MIG welding equipment, grinders, band saws, and pneumatic tools. 4. Accurately read and interpret blueprints. 5. Ability to fit-up, tack, and finish welding for mild steel and stainless steel products within close tolerances. 6. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and carry for distances to 25 feet. 7. Other duties may be assigned. CONDITIONS 1. Hours per day - 6:00am to 4:30pm, Monday through Thursday, with occasional opportunities for overtime. 2. Work Breaks - 2 10-minute breaks daily, 30-minute lunch break. 3. Work performed while a. Sitting - 5% b. Standing - 95% c. Kneeling, Bending, Stooping, Pushing, Pulling - 35% d. Lifting Light - 1-15 pounds - frequently Medium - 16-45 pounds - Frequently • Any lifting over 50 lbs. requires assistance or use of mechanical device. 4. Carrying distance - Up to 25 feet frequently. 5. Environment - Temperature from 25 to 110+ degrees. Fumes, dust, humidity, noise at or above 85db. Diversified Sourcing Solutions is a national search firm that places top candidates with our top customers. We are an EEO Employer: Race, Color, Religion, National Origin, Sex, Disability, Age, or any other classification protected by law. Company DescriptionConnecting Companies with Good Employees, and Employees with Good Companies!!
See More Details >>Duties: - Perform MIG and TIG welding tasks to build, assemble, and fabricate metal parts and components - Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and engineering drawings - Operate machinery such as pipe threading equipment, plasma cutting machines, and press brake machines - Use hand and power tools to complete welding projects - Conduct quality inspections to ensure welds meet specifications - Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean work area - Assist with material handling tasks using forklifts or rigging equipment Experience: - Minimum of 2 years of experience in MIG and TIG welding - Proficient in reading blueprints, schematics, and engineering drawings - Strong mechanical knowledge and understanding of welding techniques - Familiarity with operating pipe threading equipment, plasma cutting machines, and press brake machines - Ability to use hand and power tools effectively - Experience with forklift operation and rigging is a plus
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Temple, TX, typically begins with technical training in a trade school, which can last from 6 to 18 months, offering hands-on experience and classroom learning. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 771,000 welding professionals in the U.S., with a median annual salary of $45,190. In Temple, TX, welders can expect to earn around $109.25 per week, with opportunities for growth and advancement through specialized certifications and experience. Trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeships provide pathways to this skilled trade, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization options.
