Structural Steel Welder

Capital Professional Staffing is recruiting for experienced Structural Steel Welders for the night shift of a growing structural steel and industrial fabrication operation in Tyler, Texas.

These are production fabrication positions requiring previous structural steel or heavy metal fabrication shop experience. Candidates must have strong wire-feed Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) experience and be capable of producing quality structural welds in a fast-paced fabrication environment.

The company has invested in new, state-of-the-art fabrication equipment and has substantial production work underway.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform FCAW wire-feed welding on structural steel components and fabricated assemblies
Weld beams, columns, plate, structural shapes, connections, and other fabricated steel components
Read and interpret structural steel shop drawings and fabrication drawings
Read and understand weld symbols and welding requirements
Set and adjust welding equipment appropriately for the work being performed
Perform multi-pass welds as required
Inspect welds and completed work for quality and conformance
Identify and correct welding defects when necessary
Perform grinding, cleaning, preparation, and related fabrication work
Work closely with fitters and other shop personnel to maintain production flow
Maintain productivity while consistently producing quality welds
Follow established welding procedures, quality requirements, and safety practices
Maintain welding equipment and work area

QUALIFICATIONS

Structural steel or heavy metal fabrication shop experience required
Strong FCAW wire-feed welding experience required
Experience welding structural carbon steel
Ability to read structural steel shop drawings
Ability to read and understand weld symbols
Strong understanding of fit-up, joint preparation, welding sequence, and weld quality
Ability to perform consistent production welding during long shifts
Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced structural steel fabrication environment
Candidates should be prepared to demonstrate their welding ability as part of the hiring process

SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION

Currently operating 7 days per week with substantial overtime
$35-$40 per hour based on experience and qualifications
Overtime paid in addition to base hourly rate
Full employee benefits
Permanent, full-time position