Derrick Corporation

Overview

Derrick Corporation is seeking Welders to join their team, responsible for fabricating, assembling, and repairing metal components with precision. The company, a third-generation family-owned organization founded in 1951, emphasizes technical skill, attention to detail, and safety in their operations.

Responsibilities

• Measure, cut, and shape metal components using hand tools, plasma cutters, or metal-cutting machines.
• Interpret blueprints & CAD drawings to determine project requirements.
• Familiarity working with multiple filler metals and shielding gas.
• Perform welding operations, primarily GMAW and FCAW with occasional GTAW and SMAW to join metal parts.
• Set up, operate, and maintain welding equipment safely and efficiently.
• Inspect and test welds to ensure compliance with design specifications and safety standards.
• Apply knowledge of metallurgy and material properties to select appropriate welding methods.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (Bachelor's degree welcomed).
• Vocational/technical welding training preferred.
• Ability to pass WQTR (Welder Qualification Test Record) test specific to various Derrick welding procedures.
• Understanding of basic welding processes: GMAW, GTAW, and FCAW.
• Mechanical aptitude to utilize hand and power tools.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on your own.
• Ability to work in various roles and environments, sometimes under challenging conditions.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and relevant building codes.
• Teamwork skills.
• Positive attitude.
• Driver’s License highly preferred.

Additional Information

• Derrick Corporation has a standard work week of 47.5 hours.
• Associates are paid overtime daily for anything over 8 hours.
• DAY SHIFT: 7am - 5pm Monday - Friday.
• NIGHT SHIFT: 9pm – 7am Sunday - Thursday.
• Full-time and non-exempt.