Welder Apprentice Jobs in Decatur, TX (NOW HIRING)

Under the direction of the Welding Lead, the Welder position is responsible for fitting and joining, fabricating, and repairing metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques in accordance with product specifications and production schedules. As a Welder, the incumbent will work in coordination with the Shift Supervisor and other senior management to ensure that the entire customer product is fit and Welded to the specifications of each job and meets the outlined requirements. Consistent production of quality UT passable welds is critical. The Welder is expected to maintain production levels, as determined by the Production Supervisor.

LOCATION: MICA Steelworks Rhome, Texas Plant

Monday - Friday, 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM with Saturday, as needed.

High School Diploma or GED

1 to 2 years welding experience required

Overhead and Jib crane experience needed

Passing 2G test, T-Joint test and Carbon Air Arc test results

Knowledge of a variety of welder concepts, practices and procedures

Knowledge and understanding of welding symbols, welding diagrams, read blueprints, and/or other printed instructional material in the welding of products or part

Ability to use welding equipment such as torches, torch tips, and Air Arc

Ability to use temperature sticks and welding fillet gauges

Ability to weld with flux core and metal core wire

Ability to work in extreme temperatures (sometimes due to season)

Ability to work additional hours, as needed

Ability to performing welding duties using a wire welder

Ability to weld steel components with welding equipment as specified by layouts, engineering drawings, work orders, or verbal instructions

Ability to weld in various directions: flat and horizontal

Ability to perform a variety of specific welder tasks, such as, set-up, laying out work using jigs/fixtures or hand layouts to fabricate parts and/or rework finished products

Ability to work with fitters or fitters/welders to assist in the fabrication or welding of multi-component parts

Ability to operate forklifts, hoists, hand power tools, slings, grinders, cutting torch, and other hand tools related to the job’s needs

Ability to inspect and correct welds as necessary to meet product specifications

Ability to examine work pieces for defects and measure work pieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications.

Ability to perform job-specific procedures, such as, clamping, holding, tack-welding, heat bending, grinding, or bolting component parts to obtain required configurations and positions

Ability to read, understand and follow job order specifications engineering drawings, and/or work orders

Demonstrated willingness to cross-train and perform the work of other job tasks in addition to the primary assigned position

Ability to maintain functionality of equipment

Ability to maintain quality welds and UT passable welds

Ability to maintain production level as determined by supervisor

Must display a positive attitude and willingness to learn and participate in a changing environment to reach a common goal

Must maintain production and quality of finished products

Must operate equipment safely and maintain safe working habits

Must be able to perform a variety of other tasks as assigned

The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents will be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

1. Weld test will be administered

2. Follow all MICA Steelworks Programs/Policies

3. Practice good housekeeping (keep area clean/organized)

4. Demonstrate willingness to work with others in a team environment

1. Full time shop exposure.

2. Extreme temperatures. (Sometimes due to season).

3. No travel requirements.

4. Perform work standing up for 8-10 hours per day and up to 6 days a week.

5. Good vision, hearing, smell and balance.

6. Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 40 lbs.

7. Ability to stand, bend, stoop, squat or kneel regularly as well as climb stairs and ladders.

8. Must wear OSHA required PPE equipment while working, including OSHA approved welding hood, if welding

Employee is expected to participate in appropriate continuing education as may be requested and/or required by their immediate supervisor. Employee must attend mandatory education programs.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 40 – 55 per week

401(k) 3% Match

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Attendance bonus

Bonus opportunities

Differential pay

Hourly pay

Overtime pay

Profit sharing

Quarterly bonus

8 -12 hour shifts

Monday to Friday

Day shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Welding: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person