Welding Jobs in Houston, TX

A Welder in the construction industry plays a vital role in the building and repairing of structures, equipment, and various types of machinery. They use intense heat to fuse metal pieces together, following detailed schematic drawings to assemble structural metal products, such as frameworks or shells for machinery or metal parts for buildings or bridges. A knowledgeable welder not only performs welding tasks but also handles materials planning, preparation, and setup for welding. They also ensure the use of correct welding procedures to meet specifications, inspect structures or materials to be welded, and maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.

Key skills for a Welder include manual dexterity, technical skills, physical strength and stamina, attention to detail, and effective communication skills. Welders should be adept at using hand and power tools and have a keen understanding of metallurgy and welding techniques. Most employers require welders to have a high school diploma or equivalent and to complete vocational training or an apprenticeship in welding. Some jobs may also require Welding Certification from a recognized institution such as the American Welding Society (AWS). Prior to becoming a Welder, a person might work as a Welder's Helper, Welding Intern, or a Fabricator.

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Aluminum Door Fabricator Supervisor

  • Houston, TX
  • 16 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 16 days ago

for submission from outside staffing agencies** Aluminum Fabricator Supervisor ( Relocation Available ) (Must have custom aluminum door fabrication experience in the glass industry/ This is not a welding...

Fabricator Lead

  • Houston, TX
  • 11 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 11 hours ago

Job Details Job Location: Houston Contract 089 - Houston, TX Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: Undisclosed Description Want a career where you are empowered to make a difference? Want to grow...

Combo Welder (Houston, TX)- Austin Industrial (TPC Capital)

  • Houston, TX
  • 22 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 22 hours ago

Specific Duties and Responsibilities: Uses spot welding gun or hand, electric, or gas welding equipment to weld or tack weld pieces together....

Tig Welder

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

Ensure high precision in welding to avoid errors. Essential Skills 3+ years of TIG welding experience. 1+ years of experience welding gas turbines....

Combination Welder

  • Pasadena, TX (10 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pasadena, TX (10 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago

May be required to use Gas-Metal Arc, Flux-Cored Arc, Gas-Tungsten Arc, Submerged Arc, or Shielded Metal Arc welding processes....

Structural Welder

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

. $35 hr- $110 per diem Requirements Structural Welder Job Description: Use of welding process flux core: FCAW Use of welding process stick welding: SMAW Use of welding positions vertical (3G), horizontal...

Machine Welder (1st & 2nd Shift)

  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago

Aligns and welds components of metal tools, wires, fixtures and other metal products. May utilize different types of welding systems for different tasks....

Certified Welder (1st Shift)

  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago

Aligns and welds components of metal tools, wires, fixtures and other metal products. May utilize different types of welding systems for different tasks. Typically works on complex projects....

2nd shift Maintenance Worker/Welder

  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago

Performs machine repair and installation such as replacing motors, rebuilding gear boxes, run threaded piping, run weld piping, overhaul pumps, replace packing shaft seals on cookers and pumps, welds...

Combo Welder

  • Channelview, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Channelview, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Position Summary Lays out, aligns and welds fabricated, cast and forged components to assemble structural forms such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, furnace shells, buildings and pipe,...

Rig Welder

  • Houston, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 5 days ago

Capable of using different welding processes such as GTAW, SMAW, GMAW & FCAW. Capable of using plasma cutter, torch and arc gouging. Ability to identify welding defect and self QC....

Metal Fabricator

  • Houston, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 5 days ago

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Assembly Worker to assemble sheet metal components and install main parts for our HVAC units. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in metal...

Welder

  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago

Location: Houston, US-TX Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Welder Your Job Job Specific intro paragraph Our Team 1-3 sentences to describe the team/division this role will be working in What You...

Fitter/Welder

  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago

Fitter/Welder Offenhauser Co compensation: Based on experience & testing results employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Fitter/Welder Offenhauser Co. has openings for first class...

Pipe Welder

  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago

in assigned welding techniques Interpretation of mechanical drawings, including the ability to read weld symbols Knowledge of wire and filler materials applications for various steel alloys, aluminum...

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Salary for Welding Jobs in Houston, TX

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Highest Education Level

Weldings in Houston, TX offer the following education background
High School or GED
40.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
30.5%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Bachelor's Degree
8.9%
Some College
2.8%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Some High School
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.2%


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