Combination Welder- Austin Industrial (La Porte, TX)
About The Position
Austin Industrial delivers premier maintenance, construction, and soft craft services to leading industrial companies across the U.S. An industry leader for more than 60 years, we offer single-source solutions to our customers in the oil, gas, chemical, food, agriculture, power, and manufacturing industries. Our team of 4,000 employee-owners, equipped with innovative technology and optimized procedures, helps owners optimize safety, productivity, profit margins, and cost-efficiency. Austin Industrial is currently seeking a Combination Welder (Combo Welder) at our Bayport Polymers location in Pasadena, TX . The ideal candidate will have Journeyman-level welding experience , including proficiency with Stick, Heliarc (TIG), Arc welding, and stainless steel.
Requirements
- Ability to work at heights, on scaffolding, in JLGs, confined spaces, and shop environments
- Ability to build fire boxes for 100% spark containment
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Strong communication skills
- Must follow all Austin Industrial and plant policies & procedures
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience: 3-5 years of Journeyman level experience as a Combo Welder, experience with Stick, Hela, Arc and stainless steel.
- Certifications/ Licenses: Weld Test required
- Valid Driver's License required.
- Meet physical demands as listed above
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States.
- Austin Industrial is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.
Responsibilities
- Welds or tackâwelds components using spot welding guns or electric/gas welding equipment.
- Connect torch lines to oxygen and fuel gas tanks and adjust gas flow to achieve desired flame temperature, size, and color.
- Preheat materials using a torch for welding or bending.
- Fills holes, repairs defects, and shapes metal by thinning, curving, or building up surfaces.
- Inspects and measures workpieces using straightedges, templates, or other tools to ensure specifications are met.
- Climb ladders or scaffolding to access elevated work areas.
- Communicate with crane operators to position heavy materials.
- Operates flameâcutting or plasmaâarc equipment for dismantling or cutting metal.
- Uses hoists, cranes, banding tools, and hand tools to position and secure materials.
- Selects proper weld locations considering metal type, thickness, and temperature requirements.
- Apply heat using flame or electrodes to straighten, curve, or form metal.
- Joins components, reinforces weak points, and adds metal as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, and a matching 401K plant.
- We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESPO)!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
