Spherion

We are seeking a hardworking and safety-conscious Welder Helper to join a heavy manufacturing facility in Navasota, TX. In this entry-to-mid-level position, you will work closely with certified structural and pressure-containment welders, providing the critical logistical, preparation, and material handling support necessary to keep the production line moving safely and efficiently. This role is ideal for an individual with strong physical stamina, a foundational knowledge of metalwork, and an eagerness to learn professional industrial welding and fabrication processes from the ground up.

Responsibilities: Prepare raw steel, pipe, and aluminum parts for welding by grinding, drilling, scraping, and cutting to exact dimensions using industrial hand and power tools. Assist welders in the layout, positioning, alignment, and clamping of heavy industrial components. Perform basic tack-welding to secure pieces for final structural welding. Safely load, unload, and move heavy workpieces, raw steel, and finished components across the shop floor using overhead cranes, hoists, and forklifts. Set up welding machines, change out welding wire spools, replace shielding gas tanks, and maintain oxy-acetylene torch equipment under supervisor guidance. Perform visual post-weld inspections, cleaning finished welds by removing slag, spatter, and scale using wire brushes and grinders to ensure components meet strict quality standards. Maintain a highly organized, clean, and risk-free workstation in accordance with plant safety guidelines. Properly store specialized tools and safety gear. Continuously wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)???including welding shields, respirator masks, ear protection, and steel-toed boots???and immediately report any shop hazards.

Working hours: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM

Skills: Prior exposure to basic MIG, TIG, or Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) processes, or completion of/enrollment in a vocational welding program. Previous experience or active certifications for operating overhead bridge cranes, hoists, and industrial forklifts. Foundational ability to look at mechanical drawings, structural blueprints, or basic weld symbols and identify layout dimensions.

Education: High School

Experience: 0-1 years

Qualifications: Minimum of 1 year of experience working in a heavy manufacturing, industrial fabrication shop, or construction environment. Demonstrated experience safely operating manual and power tools, specifically heavy angle grinders, chop saws, and pneumatic tools. Ability to stand, bend, and kneel continuously throughout an 8- to 12-hour shift in a non-climate-controlled shop environment. Must be able to comfortably lift, pull, or push up to 50 pounds. Ability to follow strict verbal and written technical instructions, safety protocols, and manufacturing routing steps. Comfort using basic arithmetic and standard tape measures to accurately verify material lengths and structural alignment.

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Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

key responsibilities

Prepare raw steel, pipe, and aluminum parts for welding by grinding, drilling, scraping, and cutting to exact dimensions using industrial hand and power tools. Assist welders in the layout, positioning, alignment, and clamping of heavy industrial components. Perform basic tack-welding to secure pieces for final structural welding. Safely load, unload, and move heavy workpieces, raw steel, and finished components across the shop floor using overhead cranes, hoists, and forklifts.Set up welding machines, change out welding wire spools, replace shielding gas tanks, and maintain oxy-acetylene torch equipment under supervisor guidance. Perform visual post-weld inspections, cleaning finished welds by removing slag, spatter, and scale using wire brushes and grinders to ensure components meet strict quality standards.Maintain a highly organized, clean, and risk-free workstation in accordance with plant safety guidelines. Properly store specialized tools and safety gear.Continuously wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)???including welding shields, respirator masks, ear protection, and steel-toed boots???and immediately report any shop hazards.

experience

0-1 years

skills

Prior exposure to basic MIG, TIG, or Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) processes, or completion of/enrollment in a vocational welding program.Previous experience or active certifications for operating overhead bridge cranes, hoists, and industrial forklifts.Foundational ability to look at mechanical drawings, structural blueprints, or basic weld symbols and identify layout dimensions.

qualifications

Minimum of 1 year of experience working in a heavy manufacturing, industrial fabrication shop, or construction environment.Demonstrated experience safely operating manual and power tools, specifically heavy angle grinders, chop saws, and pneumatic tools.Ability to stand, bend, and kneel continuously throughout an 8- to 12-hour shift in a non-climate-controlled shop environment. Must be able to comfortably lift, pull, or push up to 50 pounds.Ability to follow strict verbal and written technical instructions, safety protocols, and manufacturing routing steps.Comfort using basic arithmetic and standard tape measures to accurately verify material lengths and structural alignment.

education

High School