Aecon U.S.

Overview

Aecon is seeking a skilled Welder to join their team in Houston, Texas, to perform a variety of welding and cutting operations in accordance with blueprints and safety standards. The company is known for delivering impactful infrastructure projects and values safety, integrity, accountability, and inclusion in its work culture.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate arc welding machines to join metal components per specifications.
• Weld flat, cylindrical, or irregular parts in various positions: flat, vertical, horizontal, or overhead.
• Visually inspect welds for quality and conformance to standards.
• Prepare metal surfaces for welding using grinders, brushes, or chemical baths.
• Perform interpass grinding and penetrant testing.
• Preheat workpieces using a hand torch or heating furnace.
• Remove slag, flux, and spatter from welds.
• Lay out, fit, and tack-weld components using jigs, clamps, and fixtures.
• Use manual, submerged arc, and gas-shielded arc welding techniques.
• Operate oxy-fuel and arc-cutting equipment for cutting, trimming, or beveling metal.
• Set up equipment and select torch tips, filler wire, electrodes, and gas mixtures.
• Follow diagrams and layouts to determine welding and cutting paths.
• Ensure safety compliance by using all required PPE including respirators when necessary.
• Work in confined spaces, at heights exceeding 50 feet, and in varied outdoor weather conditions.
• Move and position compressed gas cylinders, welding cables, and leads as needed.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of welding techniques and safety standards.
• Experience in industrial or fabrication environments.

Benefits

Additional Information

• Location: Houston, Texas.
• This is not for a current project; applications are being taken for future roles.