About Us

A family-owned company in Sugar Land, Texas, Welker designs and manufactures innovative solutions for the oil and gas industry and beyond. With 65 years of industry experience, ERP system, 3D CAD software, and on-site manual and computer-aided machines, we are a one-stop-shop for industry-leading products, turnkey solutions, and worldwide service.

If you're looking to make a difference at a dynamic, forward-looking company, Welker might be the right fit for you.

About Our Assembly Systems Technician

Our ideal candidate is self-motivated with a strong desire to learn about our products. We are looking for someone who enjoys working with their hands to create custom systems for our clients' applications. If you take pride in meeting deadlines and assembling quality products, this is the position for you! 

It's a physical job - you may be on your feet for 90% to 95% of your workday. You will be expected to safely lift and carry items up to 50 pounds. Bending, stretching, and climbing ladders will be daily activities.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and follow written work instructions, technical specifications, and engineering drawings; complete tubing, electrical wiring, and circuits
• Perform functional product testing utilizing nitrogen and helium; complete hydrostatic testing
• Partner with engineering to troubleshoot any issues and execute any changes needed; complete non conformance reports in Welker's ERP system as needed
• Assemble a wide range of Welker products; support in other areas including painting and sandblasting as needed

These are some of the more frequent tasks you could expect to perform during your workday, but you may be called upon to fulfill other duties as needed.

Key Skills

• Communication: You will interact with peers, team leads, and managers in a kind and professional manner, because communication is essential for a successful day
• Teamwork: You work well with others with an attitude of cooperation and achievement, and you are committed to the success of the team as a whole
• Work Ethic: You are production-focused and have a highly developed sense of urgency and prioritization to help us meet our delivery timelines
• Commitment to Learning: You are committed to learning our extensive product line, from what these products do to understanding the mechanics of how they work 
• Technical Aptitude: You'll be at home working in an innovative, mechanically-minded group; we design and manufacture a full line of mechanical products used in several industries
• Attention to Detail: You make a conscious effort to focus on quality and safety

The Welker team is a diverse and motivated group. These key skills keep our Assembly department running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Comfortable in a warehouse setting and working outdoors in areas without climate control; ability to meet the physical requirements of the position
• Two plus years of assembly, mechanical, and/or supply chain experience; adept at working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Basic math skills and ability to read a standard tape measure
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Forklift experience a plus; training and certification provided as needed

Does this sound like you? Submit your application, and let's talk!

This is a full-time, day shift position with the occasional opportunity for overtime. Starting salary is based on education, experience, and potential. Welker cares for our employees, so we offer competitive benefits including paid time off, paid holidays, health/dental/vision insurance, 401k, and tuition reimbursement.