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Have you ever considered beginning a different career path?\nWhy pay money for a degree or a certification, when you can join our team and get paid to develop these real life skills?\n\nAbout Our Machinist Apprentice\nOurcompany is growing! We are looking for someone to join our 2ndshiftwho has the drive and flexibility to support our machine shop. Experience is not required as Welker will pay you to learn how to be a machinist! In this role, attention to detail and precisionwill be crucial. If you have a keen eye for accuracy and are interested in learning new skills, this is the position for you!\nAbout Us\nA family-owned company in Sugar Land, Texas, Welker designs and manufactures innovative solutions for the oil and gas industry and beyond. 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