Certified Flux Core Welder

Deep South Crane and Rigging; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No cost health insurance

Pension

Direct contribution savings plan

Disability insurance

Job summary

Deep South Crane and Rigging in Baton Rouge, LA is looking for a skilled Certified Flux Core Welder. The role involves performing gas shielded flux core welding according to applicable codes, assisting with grinding and alignment, and the ability to work outside assigned duties for job completion. Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of experience and membership to Ironworkers Local 623 Union is required.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and a pension.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience with FCAW welding.
• Membership to Ironworkers Local 623 Union required.
• Ability to pass 2G, 3G 1” plate test.
• Detail-oriented and dependable.
• Must pass pre-employment drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform gas shielded flux core welding to applicable codes.
• Assist fitters with grinding and alignment of components.
• Work outside of assigned duties for job completion.

Skills

Flux core welding (FCAW-G)

Attention to detail

Ability to work overtime

Self-motivation

Tools

Cutting torch

Air carbon arc gouging equipment

Job description

Location: Baton Rouge, LA
Job Opening Type: Full Time
Union/Non-Union: Union

Deep South Crane & Rigging, LLC is accepting applications to fill a Certified Flux Core Welder position for the Baton Rouge, LA location. We offer a competitive benefits package, such as no cost health insurance, pension, a direct contribution savings plan, and disability insurance, all administered through Local 623.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform gas shielded flux core (FCAW-G) welding to applicable codes
• Assist fitters with grinding and alignment of components to be welded
• Be capable of working outside of your assigned duties to facilitate job completion in a safe and efficient manner

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Position will require membership to Ironworkers Local 623 Union
• Ideal candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of welding using FCAW
• Must be able pass 2G,3G 1” plate test with 1/16” dia. wire
• SMAW (STICK) certs, a plus but not required
• Detail-oriented, dependable, self-motivated with strong work ethic
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug testing, including a hair follicle test and background check
• Familiar with use of a cutting torch and air carbon arc gouging
• The willingness to work overtime when needed

Deep South is an Equal Opportunity Employer.