Graywolf Structural Welder #3121 Cameron, LA

GrayWolf; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

GrayWolf in Louisiana seeks Structural Welders with a minimum of three years of heavy industrial experience. Responsibilities include welding structural steel members, reading blueprints, and ensuring safety on-site. Ideal candidates will possess relevant welding certifications.

Join a company with over 45 years of expertise, committed to safety and quality within the construction industry while providing competitive wages and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years heavy industrial experience as a Welder.
• Ability to identify welding techniques and properties of metals.
• Completion of required welding certifications.

Responsibilities

• Weld, raise, place, and unite structural steel members.
• Read and understand blueprints and plans.
• Use hand and electric tools safely.
• Prepare materials for welding.

Skills

Welding techniques (TIG, MIG, Arc)

Blueprint reading

Use of welding tools

Knowledge of metal properties

Education

Welding certification(s)

Tools

Locking toolbox

Job description

GrayWolf is seeking Structural Welders at our Cameron, LA

GrayWolf is a heavy industrial/commercial construction contractor that provides end-to-end solutions from design, fabrication, construction, and facility management with a footprint that is nationwide. With more than 45-years of experience in the industry, we have strong leadership and support teams who understand field servant leadership is the key to our success. We are continually BUILDING new talent while developing our current talent. As our assignments vary in duration and locations, we provide a safe and ethical environment and offer a competitive wage and benefit program. We strive to be the best contractor with demonstrating a culture of Safety, Quality and Performance to deliver the best completed projects to our customers.

Summary

A Structural Welder raises, places and unites girders, columns and other structural-steel members to form completed structures or structure frameworks.

Essential Duties

• Welding Safety – work safely around the hazards associated with the construction field.
• Welding Tools – use hand, electric, pneumatic and hydraulic tools and in a safe manner.
• Blue Print Reading – Correctly reads and understands plans, isometrics, arrangement drawings, details, specifications, erection manuals and/or blue prints and makes competent decisions based on measurable criteria.
• Visualizes objects in three-dimensions from plans and drawings.
• Secure components together applying knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal machining, weld shrinkage, and welding techniques.
• Bolt, clamp and tack weld parts to secure in position for welding.
• Prepare material for welding by cutting or grinding using pipe cutters, hammer and chisel, cutting torch, and/or grinder.
• Set material in stands, racks , hoists etc. for welding.
• Set up equipment and weld parts using arc, gas shielded arc, gas shielded arc, or gas welding equipment.
• Repair products by dismantling, straightening and reshaping.
• Reassemble parts using cutting torch, straightening press and hand tools.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years minimum heavy industrial field experience as a Welder.
• Ability to identify all techniques of welding (TIG, MIG, Arc etc.) and know all properties of various types of metals and how heat affects them.
• Completion of welding certification(s) required by company and/or client.
• Must have locking toolbox and tools necessary to perform the job.
• Must be able to successfully complete all required pre-hire requirements.

Physical/Site Requirements

• Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 45 pounds.
• Move in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven areas. Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with age.
• Work up to a 12-hour shift in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions.
• Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds.
• PPE footwear/prescription safety glasses or eye shields required.

Graywolf Integrated Construction Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.