Shop Helper

Shop Helper
Location: Houston, Tx 77028
Type: Metal Fabrication Shop
Pay Rate: $16-$18 DOE

Position Overview

We are looking for a hardworking and reliable Shop Helper to support our fabrication and production teams. This is a foundational role perfect for someone looking to get their foot in the door of the steel industry. You will be responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient work environment while assisting skilled tradespeople with various metalworking tasks.

Primary Responsibilities

• Material Handling: Load, unload, and move steel plates, beams, and finished products using forklifts, overhead cranes, or manual carts.
• Shop Maintenance: Keep the work area clear of debris, scrap metal, and hazards. Empty bins and organize tools to ensure the shop runs smoothly.
• Fabrication Support: Assist welders and fabricators by holding parts in place, grinding welds, and prepping metal surfaces for production.
• Tool & Equipment Care: Clean and maintain shop machinery. Ensure all hand tools are accounted for and in good working order.
• Quality Control: Perform basic measurements and visual inspections of parts to ensure they meet project specifications.
• Safety Compliance: Strictly adhere to all PPE requirements and safety protocols to maintain a "zero-accident" workplace.

Qualifications & Skills

• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for long shifts and lift up to 50 lbs. regularly.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Comfortable working with power tools (grinders, drills, saws) and a willingness to learn heavy machinery operation.
• Reliability: Strong punctual habits and a "team-first" attitude.
• Communication: Ability to follow complex verbal and written instructions in a loud industrial environment.
• Experience (Preferred): Prior experience in a warehouse, construction, or manufacturing setting is a plus, but we are willing to train the right candidate.

Work Environment

• Conditions: Exposure to heat, noise, dust, and sparks.
• Safety: Steel-toed boots are required at all times. Other PPE (safety glasses, ear protection, gloves) will be provided.