Welder

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.  

Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place.

About This Role

Dow has an exciting opportunity for a Welder in Deer Park, Texas. 

The person in this role will weld fabricated, cast, pipe and piping fixtures, forged components to assemble structural forms such as: Tanks, pressure vessels, chemical process piping systems, and structural steel.

Responsibilities

• Review the job package and check if work can be carried out safely and according to the job package.
• Obtain the work permit.
• Perform the task for the job package.
• If significant additional problems are identified during the job that may need a new work order, thoroughly investigate the source / cause of the problem according to the value-added work process.
• Complete the work and return equipment to operations.
• Complete input for updating (SAP).
• Apply the welding skills in executing maintenance work.
• Leverage trade skills to apprentice and other maintenance associates.
• Assist in the development of maintenance work procedures.
• Follow the Global Maintenance Work Process.
• Feedback information on job package quality and root cause analysis data as required.
• Document / record history.
• Assist in maintenance planning.
• Follows job plan to complete work.
• Follows standard work procedures where available
• Assembles and welds, applying geometry, physical properties of metal machine weld shrinkage, and welding techniques
• Lays out, positions, aligns, and fits components together
• Sets up equipment and welds parts, using various welding processes (gas-shielded arc, TIG, MIG, or gas weld).
• Cleans work pieces to remove impurities, such as slag, rust, and grease, using wire brush, portable grinder, hand scraper, or chemical solutions

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of a high school diploma/GED equivalent.

• 5 or more years of experience working as a welder in an industrial environment. 
• Have a working knowledge of the following equipment: drill press, iron worker, turntables, and overhead hoists, portable and stationary welding machines, and air pipe bevellers.
• Able to work overtime as needed (take callouts, cover turn around work, etc).
• Must have current, valid US Driver’s License.
• A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States.  No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Welding Technology.
• Previous experience operating a forklift.

Physical Requirements

• Able to meet the following physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations:

• Lift, push, and pull up to 55 lbs.
• Frequent bending, reaching, and lifting
• Stand 50% of the time.
• Walk for extended periods of time
• Work at heights, climb stairs and ladders.
• Work in tight and closed in spaces.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment, including but not limited to respirator.
• Work in an area of intense or continuous noise.
• Work in an area with hazardous materials
• Able to work in an environment where there is dust, fumes or gases and to changes of weather.

• Work at heights greater than or equal to 4 ft off the ground. Must be able to wear and use personal protective equipment (PPE), including harnesses with a total weight capacity of 300lbs.  (This typically accommodates individuals who weigh 285 or less).

Skills

• Problem-Solving: Applies analytical thinking, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills to identify issues, evaluate information, and determine effective solutions.
• Technical & Mathematical Skills: Uses basic arithmetic, percentages, graphing, and the ability to read drawings, pictures, and blueprints and visualize objects in three dimensions.
• Computer Proficiency: Proficient in using computers and applicable systems to effectively perform job tasks.
• Communication: Demonstrates strong written, verbal, reading comprehension, listening, interpersonal, and facilitative skills while effectively communicating with diverse individuals across multiple functions.
• Time Management: Effectively manages multiple competing priorities through strong organizational, decision-making, multitasking, prioritization, and time-management skills.
• Teamwork: Demonstrates leadership by inspiring and influencing others while collaborating across multiple functions to achieve team and organizational goals.
• Safety & Independent Work: Maintains a strong safety focus and work ethic while working independently with minimal supervision in an empowered team environment.

Additional Notes

• No relocation assistance is available for this position.

Benefits – What Dow offers you 

We invest in you. 
 

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.  

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee: 

• Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives. 
• Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it. 
• Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals. 
  • Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
• Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).
  • Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.
• Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
• Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building. 
• Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs. 
• Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
• Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).  
• Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.  
• Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation. 
• Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
• On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
• Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
• Additionally, some of our locations might offer:
  • Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
  • Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
  • Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)

Join our team, we can make a difference together.

About Dow
Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. ​​​​Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visitingwww.dow.com.

As part of our dedication to inclusion, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on www.dow.com.

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