Systems Assembly Apprentice

About Us

Our mission at Welker is to Build Something Greater! We are a family-owned manufacturing company based in Sugar Land, Texas. We have designed and manufactured innovative solutions for the oil and gas industry for over 70 years. Our expertise in utilizing enterprise resource planning (ERP), 3D computer aided design (CAD) software, and on-site manual and CNC machines, make us a one-stop-shop for industry-leading products, turnkey solutions, and worldwide service.

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

About Our Systems Assembly Apprentice Role

Our ideal candidate is someone who loves to work with their hands and develop new skills. We are looking for someone that is eager to learn all aspects of assembling custom sampling systems for our clients’ applications. If you are ready to begin a career building and testing quality systems and 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; learn and execute 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
• Assemble a wide range of Welker products; opportunity to support other areas including painting and sandblasting

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 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 have excellent organizational and follow-through skills with a highly developed sense of prioritization.
• 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

• Ability to work outdoors occasionally and meet the physical requirements of the role
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience working with tools and reading drawings are preferred; electrical skills are a plus
• Must be able to learn and use Welker's ERP software system

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

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

***Additional Requirements***
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Must be able to successfully complete a drug screen, physical, and background check

Read more about our company and product offerings here: https://www.welker.com/