Skilled Welder

**Overview**

Join Aecon's team in Houston, Texas, as a skilled Welder and be part of delivering complex and impactful infrastructure projects that connect communities and power future generations. Aecon is committed to building with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. We foster a culture of Safety Always, Integrity, Accountability, and Inclusion, and we're looking for talented individuals who share these values. **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
• *Qualifications**
• Strong understanding of welding techniques, safety standards, and equipment operation in industrial or fabrication environments
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet project deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail and quality control skills
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces
• Physical stamina to lift and move heavy equipment and materials
• *Benefits**
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth through Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs to support mental, emotional, and physical well-being
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity and promotes mutual respect
• Commitment to creating work environments focused on teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas
• Access to state-of-the-art equipment and technology
• Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance and contributions to Aecon's success