Job Description

Welder

Department: Welding Apprentice

Employment Type: Internship

Location: Austin, TX

Compensation: $25.00 - $30.00 / hour

Who we are: In partnership with Five and Fly, Red Dog Welding Co. merges craftsmanship, discipline, and integrity — instilled by military values — to deliver quality steel work that lasts. Whether you’re a seasoned welder or just starting out, if you take pride in your work and want to grow with a team-of-professionals, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

As part of the team, you’ll be expected to:

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to understand project requirements.
• Set up, operate, and maintain welding equipment and tools (MIG, TIG, Stick, arc, etc.).
• Cut, prep, align, clamp, and assemble metal components precisely to spec.
• Weld in various positions (flat, vertical, overhead) as needed.
• Inspect finished welds for quality, strength, and compliance with project specs and safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace.

For candidates in a lead role / Welding Foreman: additionally

• Guide, train, and mentor less-experienced welders.
• Oversee projects on-site, coordinate tasks, manage materials/equipment, and ensure quality control and timely completion.
  
  

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• High-school diploma or equivalent (or GED) or submitted proof of welding apprenticeship/training.
• Basic welding experience (for entry-level) or 3–5+ years welding/metal fabrication experience (for experienced roles).
• Ability to read technical drawings/blueprints.
• Familiarity with standard welding tools and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail, craftsmanship, safety awareness, and physical stamina (lifting, standing, manual labor).
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a hands-on environment.

Preferred (but not required):

• Certification from a recognized welding program or apprenticeship.
• Prior experience with structural/steel fabrication or working on construction sites.
  
  

Benefits

No Experience required to join the team!

No need to utilize your GI Bill Benefits

Obtain your Welding Certification during Skill-bridge Program

Skill-bridge Lengths: 60-180 Days, Candidate Tailored

Opportunity to join a veteran-owned, mission-focused team that values quality, integrity, and growth.
Real chances to grow with the company — apprenticeships, learning on the job, mentoring, and advancement into lead roles for high performers.


Work on meaningful projects involving structural steel, architectural metalwork, custom fabrication, and more — making structures and metalwork that last.


A dependable, stable job with a team that takes pride in craftsmanship and mutual respect.