Whirlwind Steel Buildings, Inc.
Manufactures custom pre‑engineered metal buildings and components for diverse markets.
Fit and fabricate metal components per blueprints, using hand tools and welding.
15 days ago
Junior (1-3 years), Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Houston, TX
Onsite
Company Size
900 Employees
Service Specialisms
Steel Building Systems
Design
Engineering
Manufacturing
Construction
Project Management
Turnkey Services
Building Components
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Industrial
Energy
Buildings
Structural Steel
Design and Engineering
Building Materials
Diversified Metals & Mining
Role
Description
assembly
order planning
safety compliance
cleaning
blueprint reading
tack welding
- Align parts using jacks, turnbuckles, overhead cranes, pins, wedges, and hammers.
- Identify parts for assembly in the proper order.
- Ensure compliance with regulations, safety standards, and company policies at all times.
- Remove rust, mill scale, and foreign objects using grinder with wire wheel or wire brush to ensure proper cleaning of parts.
- Read blueprints or other specifications to determine the scope of the work and the materials required.
- Tack Weld pieces together as needed.
- Measure and mark materials to specifications per blueprints.
- Cut and wash materials with torches (Oxy Fuel or Plasma) according to specifications.
Requirements
blueprints
welding
fabrication
high school
communication
1-year experience
- Must be able to interpret blueprints and other technical drawings.
- Excellent communication skills.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to work in an environment that may be noisy, and/or require PPE.
- Ability to utilize hand tools, welding equipment, and other fabrication equipment.
- Must be able to meet or exceed daily production goals.
- Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to lift and move up to 50lbs.
- Minimum of 1 year experience in metal fabrication, fitting, or welding.
- Ability to stand, bend, twist, and reach for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1955
Year Established
The company was founded in 1955 as a power-fan and louver manufacturer.
250,000 sq ft
Plant Size
Operates two plants in Texas and Georgia, each spanning 250,000 square feet.
40-year
Warranty Duration
Engineered panels and framing come with warranties tested for environmental resistance.
230,000 projects
Projects Delivered
Over 230,000 projects have been completed since the company began.
- Its in‑house team of 40+ engineers drafts each structure to order, ensuring custom, code‑compliant buildings delivered on‑time nationwide.
- Typical projects span commercial, industrial, agricultural, institutional, residential, governmental and self‑storage facilities.
- Standout fact: originally crafting whole‑house attic fans, they pivoted mid‑century to full steel building systems under successive family leadership.
Culture + Values
- Integrity – We do the right thing, even when no one is watching.
- Customer Focus – We exceed our customer’s expectations every time.
- Innovation – We challenge the status quo to make improvements.
- Safety – We provide a safe environment for our employees and customers.
- Excellence – We set the standard for quality in everything we do.
- Teamwork – We work together to achieve common goals.
Environment + Sustainability
2030
Net Zero Target
Aiming to achieve Net Zero emissions by implementing energy-saving initiatives and clean technologies.
- Strives to minimize environmental impact by using sustainable building materials.
- Actively seeks energy-efficient solutions in its manufacturing processes.
- Prioritizes recycling and waste reduction in daily operations.
- Committed to reducing carbon footprint in production and logistics.