1st Class Pipe Welder (FCAW/Tig)

Bollinger Shipyards; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job description

Location: Houma, LA

Position Overview: A 1st Class Pipe Welder prepares and welds pipe and fittings for various material types as specified by construction drawings and technical guidance documents. This position requires night shift work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and weld pipe and fittings for various material types according to construction drawings and technical guidance documents.
• Ensure high-quality welds that meet industry standards and specifications.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a safe working environment.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year of Tig/Flux pipe welding experience.
• Ability to successfully pass a hands-on Tig/Flux pipe welding test on pipe in a 6G position on 2” pipe with 3/32” wall thickness using a gas purge with a 1/8” root opening. All welds must be performed with uphill weld progression and finished using GTAW (Tig/Flux).

Skills:

• Proficiency in Tig and Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) techniques.
• Strong understanding of welding procedures and best practices.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and technical guidance documents.
• Precision and attention to detail in welding tasks.
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and practices in a welding environment.
• Ability to work night shifts.

If you meet the qualifications and have the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply for the 1st Class Pipe Welder (FCAW/Tig) (Night Shift) position.

Please apply in-person or contact the facility Human Resources Department for further information.

Bollinger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals, and without regard to sexual orientation and gender identity.