1st Class Pipe Welder (FCAW/Tig) (Night Shift)

Bollinger Shipyards; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 34,440,000 - 48,216,000; Full time

Job summary

Bollinger Shipyards in Houma, LA is seeking a 1st Class Pipe Welder (FCAW/Tig) for night shift. The role focuses on welding pipe and fittings to construction drawings and technical documents, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety guidelines.

The candidate must have Tig/Flux welding experience and pass a stringent 6G position test on 2” pipe with a gas purge, using uphill weld progression and GTAW finishing. Night shifts required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of Tig/Flux pipe welding experience.
• Must pass hands-on Tig/Flux pipe welding test on pipe in a 6G position with 2” pipe and 3/32” wall thickness using a gas purge; uphill weld progression and GTAW finish.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

TIG welding

FCAW welding

Reading drawings

Precision welding

Problem solving

Safety protocols

Night shift

Job description

Job Title: 1st Class Pipe Welder (FCAW/Tig) (Night Shift)

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 And Abilities

• 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.

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.