Powell

Overview

Powell is a manufacturer of switchgear and other electrical equipment, currently hiring a Base Welder at their Southeast Houston manufacturing facility. The role involves welding and fabricating metal components for various structures while adhering to safety protocols and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Work individually or as part of a small team to produce Sheet Metal weldments.
• Determine where each weld is to be performed based on the drawing and meet size and length requirements.
• Perform cosmetic or appearance specifications of the weldment, including grinding and buffing.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of relevant work experience.
• Basic command of the English language, both written and verbal.
• Ability to execute hot work.
• Ability to finish grind and surface finish based on departmental requirements.
• Ability to repair improper welds.
• Knowledge of fixtures required for area of responsibility.
• Ability to tack weld and stud weld.
• Ability to fine tune voltage and square parts.
• Ability to torch cut and arc metal gouge.
• Basic product knowledge based on departmental needs.
• Knowledge of AWS chart/steel tables and welding symbols.
• Ability to use basic tools like tape measures and clamps.
• Ability to convert decimals to fractions.
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and work in a team environment.
• Awareness and adherence to Lock Out Tag Out procedures.
• Ability to follow company operating procedures, safety rules, and ISO requirements.
• Ability to MIG weld mild steel and stainless steel.
• Ability to perform basic fitting and adjust machines according to department manuals.
• Ability to read drawings and inspect parts for basic dimensions.
• Ability to perform basic layouts and inspect parts against complex engineered drawings.
• Ability to spray transfer MIG weld and examine weld bead for acceptable attributes.
• Ability to identify types of copper and stainless grades.
• Knowledge of flux core and shielded wire.
• Ability to cope and fit.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• 401k
• PTO

Additional Information

• Schedule: Monday-Thursday 5:00am-3:30pm; OT as needed.
• Successful candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis.