Welder Houston

WELDER (HOUSTON)

NT Staffing for Welders needed in Houston

Staffing a welder position in Houston requires a targeted approach due to the competitive job market and the demand for skilled tradespeople in the area. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you find the right candidate:

Define the Job Requirements

  • Type of Welding: Specify the welding techniques required (e.g., MIG, TIG, Stick, Flux-Cored, etc.).
  • Certifications: Mention necessary certifications, such as AWS (American Welding Society) certifications or specific industry certifications relevant to your work (e.g., structural welding, pipeline welding).
  • Experience Level: Determine if you need an entry-level welder, a journeyman, or a more experienced welder with specialized skills.
  • Work Environment: Describe the working conditions (e.g., outdoor work, confined spaces, heavy lifting) and any safety requirements (e.g., OSHA certifications).

Create a Targeted Job Description

  • Responsibilities: Clearly outline the daily duties, including the types of materials they’ll work with (e.g., steel, aluminum) and the types of projects (e.g., construction, manufacturing, pipeline).
  • Skills Required: List essential skills, such as blueprint reading, welding in various positions (flat, vertical, overhead), and quality control.
  • Company Culture: Highlight what sets your company apart, such as career advancement opportunities, strong safety culture, or a collaborative work environment.

Sourcing Welder Candidates

  • Local Job Boards and Classifieds: We post the position on platforms like Indeed, Glassdoor, ZipRecruiter, and Monster, but also consider local sites like Texas Workforce Commission or Houston Job Market.
  • Welding Schools and Trade Schools: We work with local welding schools or vocational programs, such as Houston Community College or Tulsa Welding School, to find recent graduates or experienced alumni.
  • Union Halls: If relevant, connect with local union halls like the United Association of Welders or Iron Workers Local Union in Houston to find qualified candidates.

Pre-Screening Candidates

  • Resume Screening: We look for candidates with stable job histories, relevant certifications, and specific experience in the type of welding you require.
  • Portfolio Review: We often request photos or videos of past welding projects to assess the quality of their work.
  • Technical Assessments: Ofter our client’s may have a candidate complete a welding test to demonstrate their skills, especially if specific techniques or high-quality standards are required.

Conduct In-Depth Interviews

  • Technical Interview: NT Staffing will ask detailed questions about their welding experience, including the types of materials and equipment they’ve worked with, how they interpret blueprints, and their approach to quality control.
  • Cultural Fit: We screen to ensure they align with your company’s culture, safety standards, and work environment. Ask about their experience working in teams and how they handle stressful situations.

Evaluate Soft Skills

  • Attention to Detail: Welding requires precision, so assess how meticulous they are in their work.
  • Problem-Solving: We ask for examples of how they’ve overcome challenges in previous welding jobs.
  • Work Ethic and Reliability: Determine their commitment to safety, punctuality, and meeting deadlines.

Offer Competitive Compensation

  • Research Local Salaries: Ensure your pay rate is competitive for the Houston area. Experienced welders often command higher wages due to the demand in industries like oil and gas, construction, and manufacturing.
  • Benefits Package: Consider offering benefits like healthcare, retirement plans, and opportunities for additional training or certifications to attract top talent.

These are just some of the processes that NT Staffing uses to find a reliable welder who is also a great fit for your team in Houston.

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New Tech Global has been in the oil and gas consulting industry for over 20 years specializing in engineering, project management and well site supervision. Over the years, as requested by some of the largest oil/gas operators and service companies in the world, we’ve expanded our business from consultancy services to staffing as well. We provide W-2 contractors too many different industries including oil/gas, energy, petrochemical, manufacturing, industrial, construction, and medical. NTG has offices in Houston, Midland, Fort Worth, Denver, and Canonsburg, PA as well as international offices in Mexico City and Dubai.

Considering NTG’s reputation in the oilfield along with our success in staffing, we would be a great staffing partner for any company. We have structured our Recruiting group to strategically best serve the needs of our clients. We have taken our knowledge of the high demand, technical experience and 24 hour service of the oilfield and have been able to adapt to other industries.

With our combined recruiting experience in and out of the oil/gas industry, we are able to provide our clients a diverse level of support in supplying candidates for the following disciplines: Manufacturing, Skilled Trades, Procurement, Maintenance, HSE/Quality, Engineering, Field Technicians, IT, Accounting/Finance, HR, Marketing, Executive Suite and Administrative. NTG is considered a national vendor for several of our clients and we have contractors in 40 states.

NTG Staffing provides complete onboarding services

Client Experience:

NTG provides to your company a personal approach. Our relationship is built on trust and reliability. We strive to surpass the client’s expectations in multiple ways: we look for technically sound, driven individuals that match your company’s culture.
NTG will tailor our recruiting efforts to your needs. For example, our team will prescreen the candidate(s) and determine if they are the right fit for the company and position. The hiring manager will receive a full candidate description highlighting the relevant skills related to the job. If the client would like to proceed with an interview, NTG will assist in coordinating the interview with both parties. We pride ourselves in being thorough. We interview all of our candidates and only present those who fit the requirements of your positions.
Other services include weekly updates to the hiring managers, reference checks, onboarding prescreening assessments and offer negotiations.

NTG Staffing provides complete onboarding services
NTG Staffing provides complete onboarding services

Client Experience:

NTG provides to your company a personal approach. Our relationship is built on trust and reliability. We strive to surpass the client’s expectations in multiple ways: we look for technically sound, driven individuals that match your company’s culture.
NTG will tailor our recruiting efforts to your needs. For example, our team will prescreen the candidate(s) and determine if they are the right fit for the company and position. The hiring manager will receive a full candidate description highlighting the relevant skills related to the job. If the client would like to proceed with an interview, NTG will assist in coordinating the interview with both parties. We pride ourselves in being thorough. We interview all of our candidates and only present those who fit the requirements of your positions.
Other services include weekly updates to the hiring managers, reference checks, onboarding prescreening assessments and offer negotiations.

NTG Staffing provides complete onboarding services

Recruiting Services include:

  • Temporary Services
  • Temp-to-Perm Services
  • Payrolling Services (NTG is currently the National Payrolling Provider for some of the largest Operators and Project based services
  • Volume Recruiting Campaigns
  • Client Hiring Events
  • RPO (Recruitment Process Outsourcing) and Onsite Assistance
  • Direct Placements & Confidential Searches
  • All payroll services included
  • FLSA driven conversion needs (1099 conversions to W-2)

NTG Staffing provides complete onboarding services:

  • New Hire paperwork (applications, W-4s, I-9 Verifications, drug/alcohol pre-screenings, background checks). NTG is an E-Verify company.
  • Weekly or bi-weekly payroll
  • Online portal for timesheet approvals and submittals
  • Online portal for employees to retrieve check stubs via Payroll system
  • Direct Deposit
  • Medical Benefits provided to contractors (eligibility on the first day of the month following 60 days of full time employment)
  • 401K provided to contractors after 90 days of full time employment, after one year (100% match on the first 3%; 50% on the next 2%)
  • Online benefits portal (contractors can elect their coverage, access to 24 hour help desk for benefit related questions)
  • NTG covers Worker’s Compensation Insurance
  • Federal/State taxes
  • Unemployment
  • General Liability coverage
  • Payroll processing fees

Recruiting Services include:

  • Temporary Services
  • Temp-to-Perm Services
  • Payrolling Services (NTG is currently the National Payrolling Provider for some of the largest Operators and Project based services
  • Volume Recruiting Campaigns
  • Client Hiring Events
  • RPO (Recruitment Process Outsourcing) and Onsite Assistance
  • Direct Placements & Confidential Searches
  • All payroll services included
  • FLSA driven conversion needs (1099 conversions to W-2)

NTG Staffing provides complete onboarding services:

  • New Hire paperwork (applications, W-4s, I-9 Verifications, drug/alcohol pre-screenings, background checks). NTG is an E-Verify company.
  • Weekly or bi-weekly payroll
  • Online portal for timesheet approvals and submittals
  • Online portal for employees to retrieve check stubs via Payroll system
  • Direct Deposit
  • Medical Benefits provided to contractors (eligibility on the first day of the month following 60 days of full time employment)
  • 401K provided to contractors after 90 days of full time employment, after one year (100% match on the first 3%; 50% on the next 2%)
  • Online benefits portal (contractors can elect their coverage, access to 24 hour help desk for benefit related questions)
  • NTG covers Worker’s Compensation Insurance
  • Federal/State taxes
  • Unemployment
  • General Liability coverage
  • Payroll processing fees

Recruiting Services include:

  • Temporary Services
  • Temp-to-Perm Services
  • Payrolling Services (NTG is currently the National Payrolling Provider for some of the largest Operators and Project based services
  • Volume Recruiting Campaigns
  • Client Hiring Events
  • RPO (Recruitment Process Outsourcing) and Onsite Assistance
  • Direct Placements & Confidential Searches
  • All payroll services included
  • FLSA driven conversion needs (1099 conversions to W-2)

NTG Staffing provides complete onboarding services:

  • New Hire paperwork (applications, W-4s, I-9 Verifications, drug/alcohol pre-screenings, background checks). NTG is an E-Verify company.
  • Weekly or bi-weekly payroll
  • Online portal for timesheet approvals and submittals
  • Online portal for employees to retrieve check stubs via Payroll system
  • Direct Deposit
  • Medical Benefits provided to contractors (eligibility on the first day of the month following 60 days of full time employment)
  • 401K provided to contractors after 90 days of full time employment, after one year (100% match on the first 3%; 50% on the next 2%)
  • Online benefits portal (contractors can elect their coverage, access to 24 hour help desk for benefit related questions)
  • NTG covers Worker’s Compensation Insurance
  • Federal/State taxes
  • Unemployment
  • General Liability coverage
  • Payroll processing fees