As a Pipe Welder, you will set up, operate and adjust manual and/or automatic machines to perform welding operations in all positions 

Additional Information: 

• Urgently hiring 

• Multiple openings 

• This is a supplemental position located at the Solar Turbines manufacturing facility located in Channelview, TX 

• No relocation package is available 

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Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: 

• Perform Manual finish welding operations on carbon and stainless steel in all positions 

• Follow documented procedures and standard work to perform safe and defect free operations 

• Perform carbon arc cutting and gouging 

• Sanding may be required to prepare and dress welds 

• Use of forklifts, pallet jacks, jib and overhead cranes to move and position work pieces 

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Required Qualifications: 

• Must be able to pass multiple welder qualification tests 

• Minimum of 6 months of experience in a production environment 

• Ability to perform simple computer operations  

• Be available to work 1st or 2nd shift 

• Ability to work overtime to support production demands, including weekends 

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Desired Qualifications: 

• One (1) to three (3) years of GTAW and FCAW welding experience 

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Top Candidates: 

• Good Communication Skills and strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork 

• Combination Welder and Fitter 

• Leadership Experience 

• Ability to work well individually or in a team environment 

Candidates may be placed on any shift, dependent on business needs 

Summary Pay Range:

$25.48 - $38.22

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience.

Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

• Opportunity for various Retention bonuses totaling $2500. 
• Eligibility for all retention bonuses are contingent on good standing in terms of performance and attendance. 

Retention bonuses are paid out in the following manner - this is to be used in conversations with candidates, the below doesn't get posted. 

•60 Days ($200)

•90 Days ($300)

•180 Days ($400)

•270 Days ($600)

•360 Days ($1000)

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines.

This is a summary list of benefits.

• Competitive salary and annual bonus program 

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage​ 

• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Sick, Etc.)​ 

• Health savings account (HSA)​ 

• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)​ 

• Life Insurance​ 

• Employee Assistance Programs​ 

• Voluntary Benefits (Ex. Accident, Identity Theft Protection) 

• There will be cross-training and qualifications-based opportunities to earn up to an additional $2 per hour, with any night shift activity qualifying for another $3 per hour. 

• Potential base salary increases from annual performance reviews 

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All eligible candidates MUST pass the following pre-employment screenings before they can be hired to any position: 

• Background Screening 

• Physical and drug/alcohol screening 

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Solar is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Solar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at https://www.solarturbines.com/en_US/about-us/careers.html 

Please ensure you frequently check the email account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process. 

EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.