Precision Sheet Metal TIG Welding Technician

Ready to make precision parts that keep critical facilities running?

Role: Precision Sheet Metal TIG Welding Technician | Location: Temple, Texas (In person) | Shift: First Shift

Viron International builds custom industrial air cleaning systems—ductwork, dampers, scrubbers, stacks, fans, and controls—engineered to work together in corrosive environments. For 50+ years, semiconductor fabs, wastewater plants, mechanical contractors, and engineering firms have counted on our quality and single-source accountability.

Ask yourself…

• Do you take pride in clean GTAW welds on stainless steel and sheet metal?
• Can you move confidently between a brake, shear, roller, and plasma torch?
• Are you comfortable reading a tape measure, following blueprints, and inspecting your own work?
• Do you thrive in a fast-paced production setting where safety and teamwork matter?

If yes, here’s what you’ll tackle

• TIG weld stainless and sheet metal components for fittings and ductwork.
• Cut, form, drill, grind, fit, and fully fabricate parts to spec.
• Run shop equipment: plasma torch, shear, brake, roller, punch press, rotary forming machines, seam welders, coil line.
• Set up gear correctly, use required safety devices, and keep your area safe.
• Operate a forklift when trained/required.
• Perform first piece and subsequent inspections.
• Monitor equipment; request service; perform simple maintenance/repairs.
• Wear required PPE at all times in our production environment.

What you’ll need to qualify

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• TIG welding experience required; mechanically inclined.
• Solid math skills; able to read a tape measure; blueprint literacy or familiarity.
• Willing to learn (2-week training available for the right person) and keep pace.
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 10-hour days; Saturday overtime as needed.

Physical demands

• Stand/walk/move across the facility for long periods.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Work near paints, powders, chemicals, and in varying temperatures.

Compensation & benefits

• Starting pay: $18–$23 per hour (commensurate with experience; may be higher).
• Weekly pay.
• Benefits eligibility begins the first of the month after 60 days (for full-time eligible employees): Scott and White Health Plan (health and vision), Delta Dental, 401(k), Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability.
• Vacation after 1 year; 8 paid holidays after a 90-day probation period.

Legal: “This position is eligible for overtime pay for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.”

Also offered

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Core proficiencies

• Blueprint Reading
• GTAW
• Sheet metal
• Stainless steel
• TIG

Primary equipment

• TIG Welder