Athens, Texas, United States (On-Site) · Posted 1 day ago
$18–$30 / hr
Industry Welding
Job Function Welder/Fitter
Job Type Full-Time
Min Education None
Min Experience 1-2 Years
Required Travel None
Salary $18.00 - $30.00
Salary - Type Hourly Wage

About this role

Are you an experienced Welder who takes pride in producing strong, clean, and accurate welds? Red Dot Buildings is looking for a skilled, dependable professional who follows established welding procedures, maintains high quality standards, and works safely in a structural steel fabrication environment.

This is more than a standard production welding position. You will weld clips, connection plates, and other structural steel components according to weld maps, shop requirements, and Welding Procedure Specifications. Your craftsmanship will help ensure every component meets Red Dot’s quality standards and performs properly when the building reaches the jobsite.

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About Red Dot Buildings

For more than 60 years, Red Dot Buildings has designed and manufactured custom-engineered metal buildings. Based in Athens, Texas, Red Dot delivers complex, customized structures for commercial, educational, athletic, government, worship, and specialty applications.

From design and detailing through fabrication and erection management, Red Dot’s work is built on technical expertise, teamwork, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality.


What You Will Do

  • Weld clips, connection plates, and other components onto structural steel members.
  • Perform welds in accordance with applicable specifications, including AWS D1.1 and D1.3.
  • Follow weld maps and Welding Procedure Specifications to ensure correct weld size, type, location, and sequence.
  • Inspect component fit-up before welding and identify alignment or preparation concerns.
  • Set up and calibrate welding equipment for the assigned work.
  • Inspect completed welds for quality, accuracy, and compliance with established standards.
  • Clean beams and remove weld spatter after welding to prepare components for the paint shop.
  • Safely operate overhead cranes and other lifting equipment.
  • Use proper rigging practices when positioning and moving materials.
  • Perform routine equipment checks and basic maintenance as needed.
  • Maintain knowledge of work procedures and quality requirements for the assigned area.
  • Identify and communicate concerns involving materials, fit-up, weld maps, or equipment.
  • Maintain an organized work area and properly care for tools and equipment.
  • Follow all required safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
  • Complete special assignments and other duties as needed.

What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation based on your skills and experience
  • Shift differential for night-shift positions
  • Retirement contributions that grow with you
  • Generous paid time off
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • On-the-job training and opportunities to develop your skills
  • Opportunities for career growth and advancement
  • The chance to work on complex, custom-engineered steel buildings
  • A team that values safety, quality, dependability, and craftsmanship

Red Dot Buildings is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Key Requirements

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  • Welding experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, or structural steel environment.
  • The ability to produce accurate, consistent, and high-quality welds.
Job ID: 86819439

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