Night Shift Welder / Fitter - TEMP

Night Shift Welder / Fitter - TEMP

Houston, United States

Company
PrideStaff
Location
Houston, TX
Posted
2 days ago
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via PrideStaff Jobs

Job Description
Night Shift Welder / Fitter - TEMP
Location: Houston, TX 77032
Pay Rate: $20 - $24 DOE
Schedule: 7PM to 6AM, Monday to Friday
Approximately 2 week assignment

Seeking a determined and professional for carrying out basic tasks to perform assembly
and welding operations of fabricated metal products. This candidate must have the ability and
desire to function as part of a team and to also perform well independently. The candidate must
have good communication skills, a positive attitude, be prepared to multitask, and adapt well to
change.

Responsibilities:
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings as they pertain to welding of parts. Ability to complete routine reports.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as area, circumference and volume. Ability to apply concept of basic algebra and geometry.
• Good communication skill.
• Ability to work without close supervision and exercise individual initiative.
• Set up and operate multiple hydraulic and electric drive bending machines.
• Set up and operate a variety of manual machines. Ability to use the following hand or powered hand tools, including but not limited to, drill, file, grinder, hammer, pliers and screwdrivers.
• Use the following measuring tools: tape meter, caliper, square.
• Set up and weld parts using welding equipment following welding procedures.
• Operate the following plant equipment: forklift, hand cutting torch, pendant jib, gantry and overhead cranes (also radio controlled).
• Read and accurately interpret specifications from cut sheets to determine material type and size. Read detailed production orders to determine product specifications including dimensions and tolerances.
• Work with a variety of materials to include, but not limited to, raw pipe of varying sizes, bar stock, flanges, flat bars and sheet metal part template.
• Potentially move for a short period of time to the Italian Headquarter facility for training with each internal department, mastering the overall concept of practice.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications:
• High school graduate. Welding school or technical courses preferred.
• 1-3 years’ work experience preferred.
• 1-3 years’ experience TIG and MIG welding
• Must have valid proof of eligibility to work in the USA.
• Bilingual English/Spanish speaking is a plus.
• Open availability to travel both within the USA and internationally.

Physical Demands
• While performing this job, the successful candidate will be regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. The employee must occasionally push and/or pull a maximum force of 200 ft-lb.

Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $20.00 - $24.00 Per Hour
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs in United States

Q What is the median annual salary for welder jobs in the United States in 2026?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers is projected at $51,200 in 2026 based on May 2023 data of $48,290 adjusted for 2% annual wage growth through 2033. Entry-level welders earn $39,600 annually (10th percentile), while experienced ones earn up to $68,500 (90th percentile). Overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate adds an average of $5,000 yearly.
Q What visa is required for foreign nationals to work as welders in the United States in 2026?
Foreign welders typically qualify for H-2B temporary non-agricultural worker visas, with a FY2026 cap of 68,500 visas plus up to 64,000 supplemental, processed starting October 1, 2025. Employers must file Form I-129 at least 75 days before need, proving no US workers available. Visa valid up to 12 months, extendable to 3 years maximum.
Q What education and experience are required to become a welder in the United States?
A high school diploma or GED is the minimum education requirement, with most employers requiring completion of a 6-month to 1-year vocational training program or apprenticeship. Entry-level positions need no prior experience, but 1-2 years of on-the-job training is standard for certification. Associate degrees in welding technology improve hiring chances by 25%.
Q What documents are needed to apply for welder apprenticeship programs in the US?
Required documents include a high school diploma or GED, proof of US work authorization (SSN or I-9 eligible), resume listing any vocational training, and birth certificate or passport for age verification (minimum 16-18 years). Safety eyewear and basic tools may be needed at orientation. Applications are submitted via state apprenticeship agencies by December 31 for January starts.
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