The Economic Alliance Houston Port Region presents owner of JK Welding, John King, on the Gulf Coast Growth Show in this two part podcast series.
Tune in to hear about the workforce development activities John does to drive educational and hands-on engagement of younger people in the welding industry, including work with Texas High School Welding Series and Northern Tool + Equipment.
Owner John King of JK Welding, a full service welding company which offers custom fabrication, welding and metal repair, discusses the advancement of his career in industry from sweeping shop floors to owning his own business.
John began his welding career through hands-on learning at welding shops by asking for advice from experienced welders and then applying that knowledge when welding projects for friends. He began JK Welding in 2003 to support his hobbies while still working full-time, and it has since grown to complete large projects such as the rebuild of Kemah Boardwalk in 2008 following Hurricane Ike, and the “Singing Ringing Tree” now located in Manor, Texas, which weighs more than 50,000 pounds. Watch the video below to hear more about John’s insight on running a business and a career in welding.
Owner John King of JK Welding discusses how advancements in technology have changed the production, quality, and artistic aspect of the welding industry, and activities he participates which drive engagement with younger people.
These activities include his work with the Texas Welding Series, whose purpose is to develop the technical and employability skills in today’s youth for tomorrow’s welding industry. Tune in for more information on John’s activities, including the sponsorships he and Northern Tool have offered aspiring welders.
Be sure to check out The Jerry Brazie Podcast to hear more from owner, John King!