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Overview

At Sure Steel, Inc., we are builders of success, integrity, and innovation, established as a trusted leader in the steel fabrication and construction industry. The Welder I is an entry-level position responsible for performing basic welding tasks to support the fabrication of steel components under supervision.

Responsibilities

  • Perform basic welding tasks, including MIG, TIG, and stick welding, on steel components.
  • Follow welding procedures and specifications to ensure high-quality welds.
  • Operate welding equipment safely and efficiently, adhering to company standards and guidelines.
  • Prepare materials for welding, including cutting, grinding, and cleaning surfaces.
  • Set up welding equipment and select appropriate settings based on material and project requirements.
  • Assist in the layout and assembly of components to be welded.
  • Inspect completed welds to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.
  • Identify and repair defects in welds, such as cracks, porosity, and incomplete fusion.
  • Maintain accurate records of welding activities and quality checks.
  • Follow all safety procedures and protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Participate in safety training and drills to stay current with best practices.
  • Report any safety incidents or near-misses to the supervisor immediately.
  • Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on welding equipment.
  • Ensure welding tools and equipment are properly stored and maintained.
  • Report any equipment malfunctions or safety concerns to the supervisor.
  • Work closely with other welders, fabricators, and shop personnel to support project needs.
  • Communicate effectively with team members to ensure clear understanding of tasks and responsibilities.
  • Participate in team meetings and training sessions as required.
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How this job compares in El Paso, TX

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs across Texas currently run a median of $28/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $23–$35/hr across 477 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in El Paso, TX

El Paso, TX is a small market in our index: 1 other active welding opening alongside this one, from 1 employer. Across Texas as a whole we're tracking 1,322 other active welding openings from 610 employers. With this few local postings, most welders here end up either commuting or looking at travel work. Browse welding jobs across Texas.

The most active employers in Texas at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Austin Industries (32), Welding Shop in Austin, TX (27), and Zachry Group (21). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within Texas, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are San Angelo at $39/hr, La Porte at $38/hr, and Pasadena at $38/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

What you'll be running

This posting calls for MIG, TIG, and Stick work. MIG (GMAW) feeds a continuous wire electrode through a shielding-gas nozzle. It lays down metal fast and is forgiving on clean material, which is why it dominates production and light fabrication work. TIG (GTAW) uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode with filler added by hand, giving the operator the most control of any process. It is slow, demanding, and the standard for stainless, aluminum, and anything where the bead has to look as good as it holds.

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Pay figures are medians computed from live postings in the Welding Pros index, not from survey data, and they move as employers post. Specialty - Welder I East/Southeast Region figures were last recalculated when this page was built.