Structural Welder

Structural Welder

This role focuses on welding and assembling large structural skids for modular cooling systems in a manufacturing shop environment. You will work primarily with I-beams, channels, and other structural components, using MIG and flux core processes to produce high-quality, structurally sound welds that meet rigorous testing standards.

Responsibilities

• Weld and assemble structural skids for modular cooling systems using MIG and flux core welding processes.
• Work with I-beams, channels, and other structural steel components to build large, complex skid assemblies.
• Perform vertical and overhead welding on 1/2 inch carbon plate and structural members.
• Pass and maintain qualification for 3G and 4G weld tests using MIG root with flux core pass on carbon plate.
• Use grinding and gouging tools to prepare, clean, and finish welds to required specifications.
• Interpret basic instructions, layouts, or drawings related to skid fabrication and assembly requirements.
• Operate safely in a busy manufacturing shop, following all safety procedures and using appropriate protective equipment.
• Collaborate with other welders, fitters, and shop personnel to ensure accurate and timely completion of skid assemblies.
• Inspect completed welds and assemblies for quality, structural integrity, and compliance with standards.
• Handle and position structural components, potentially using overhead cranes or similar equipment where experience allows.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 5+ years of structural welding experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in MIG welding on carbon steel, including root passes on 1/2 inch plate.
• Proficiency in flux core welding (flux, fluxcore, flux core) for structural applications.
• Demonstrated ability to perform vertical and overhead welding on structural components.
• Experience welding on skids and structural assemblies such as I-beams and channels.
• Ability to pass a 3G and 4G weld test with MIG root and flux core pass on carbon plate.
• Hands-on experience with grinding and gouging to prepare and finish welds.
• Solid understanding of structural welding practices and shop safety procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a manufacturing shop environment.
• Previous experience welding and assembling structural skids.
• Experience operating or working around overhead cranes for moving and positioning structural components.
• Experienced as a Structural Welder, MIG Welder, or Fluxcore Welder in a similar industrial setting.

Why Work Here?

Join a stable manufacturing environment where your advanced structural welding skills directly contribute to building large, complex industrial systems. You will work with substantial structural components and diverse welding processes, allowing you to deepen your expertise and maintain in-demand certifications. The schedule offers consistent full-time hours on either day or night shift, with opportunities for additional overtime on some Saturdays. You will be part of a hands-on, production-focused team that values safety, craftsmanship, and reliable performance.

Work Environment

This position is based in a busy manufacturing shop that is non-climate controlled, so temperatures will vary with the seasons. You will work around heavy structural steel, skids, I-beams, and channels, and may work near overhead cranes and other material handling equipment. The role follows a full-time schedule from Monday to Friday, with some Saturdays as needed. Day shift hours are typically 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and night shift hours are approximately 4:30 PM to 2:003:00 AM. Appropriate personal protective equipment is required at all times, and the environment is industrial, hands-on, and production-driven.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Houston, TX 77051.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $27.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Houston, TX 77051.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 15, 2026.