Position Overview
DIHO CONSULTING USA LLC is seeking Welders for a temp-to-hire opportunity in the Houston, Texas area. This position supports fabrication and manufacturing operations involving heat exchangers and related equipment. Welders are responsible for joining, fabricating, repairing, and assembling metal components in accordance with engineering drawings, work instructions, quality requirements, and safety standards.
This position offers an opportunity to gain valuable experience in a fabrication environment and may lead to permanent employment based on performance, attendance, business needs, and client approval.
Experience Levels & Pay Ranges
- Entry Level (0-1 year) $20.00-$23.00/hr
- Mid-Level (1.5-5 years) $24.00-$28.00/hr
- Senior (5+ years) $29.00-$33.00/hr
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform welding operations on fabricated components and assemblies according to specifications and quality standards.
- Read and interpret fabrication drawings, blueprints, weld symbols, and work instructions.
- Prepare materials for welding by cleaning, fitting, measuring, and positioning components.
- Inspect completed welds to verify compliance with project requirements.
- Operate welding equipment and other fabrication tools safely and efficiently.
- Work closely with fitters, inspectors, supervisors, and production personnel to meet project schedules.
- Assist with repair, modification, and fabrication projects as assigned.
- Maintain welding equipment and report maintenance concerns when identified.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
- Follow all company, customer, and workplace safety requirements.
- Perform additional duties as assigned in support of fabrication and manufacturing operations.
Qualifications
Entry Level (0-1 Year)
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Candidates with up to one year of welding experience, welding school training, or related fabrication experience are encouraged to apply.
- Basic ability to read a tape measure and perform shop math.
- Familiarity with common fabrication tools and equipment.
- Strong willingness to learn welding procedures, quality standards, and shop safety requirements.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Mid-Level (1.5-5 Years)
- Previous experience as a welder in a fabrication, manufacturing, structural, pressure vessel, or related environment.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and welding symbols.
- Consistent ability to produce quality welds that meet production requirements.
- Strong knowledge of welding safety practices and fabrication processes.
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
Senior Level (5+ Years)
- Extensive experience performing production and fabrication welding.
- Ability to interpret complex drawings, fabrication documents, and quality requirements.
- Proven ability to consistently produce high-quality welds with minimal rework.
- Ability to mentor junior welders and assist with training.
- Strong understanding of fabrication quality standards, productivity expectations, and workplace safety.
- Experience supporting complex fabrication projects and meeting demanding production schedules.
Additional Qualification Requirements
- Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check.
- Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
- Must demonstrate reliable attendance and punctuality.
- Must be able to pass a welding test if required by the client.
- Must be able to work safely in a fabrication and manufacturing environment.
Preferred Skills
- Blueprint and drawing interpretation.
- Knowledge of welding symbols.
- Experience with fabrication equipment and hand tools.
- Experience working with heat exchangers, pressure vessels, structural components, or similar fabricated products.
- Material handling and shop safety knowledge.
- Strong attention to detail and workmanship.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and work throughout the shift.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to work in a fabrication shop environment around welding operations, machinery, and moving equipment.
- Ability to work in varying temperatures and conditions typical of manufacturing facilities.
- Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE), including welding gear, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and steel-toed boots.
Schedule & Employment Type
- Temp-to-Hire
- Full-Time
- Overtime may be available based on production requirements
Equal Opportunity Employer
DIHO CONSULTING USA LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification.