Welder

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a North American leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, You Can Count On

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.
  
  
  

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!

At Aecon We

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.
  
  
  

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

What is the Opportunity?

We are seeking a skilled Welder to join our team in Beaumont, Texas. This position involves performing a wide variety of welding and cutting operations in accordance with blueprints, layouts, and welding procedures. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of welding techniques, safety standards, and equipment operation in industrial or fabrication environments.

What You'll Do Here

• 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
  
  
  

Tools And Equipment Used

• Welding hoods, gloves, goggles, grinders
• Chipping hammers, files, wrenches, wire brushes
• Oxygen-acetylene torches, arc welders, and air-supplied or purifying respirators
  
  
  

Pay: $30 – $40 / hour (Based on experience and qualifications)

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization.  We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.