Marine Structural Welder (Aluminum) - Overtime & Relocation

AAA-USA Inc; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Relocation Assistance Available

Overtime Opportunities

Job summary

AAA-USA Inc. is seeking a Marine Structural Welder to perform MIG and TIG welding on aluminum components for shipbuilding and marine structures at our facilities.

The role requires reading blueprints and weld symbols, and performing structural welds on hulls, decks, and frames in a shipyard environment. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of aluminum/structural welding experience, strong MIG/TIG skills, and the ability to pass a hands-on weld test.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of aluminum/structural welding experience shipyard preferred.
• Strong experience with MIG (GMAW) and/or TIG (GTAW) aluminum welding.
• Experience with flux core and stick welding in shipyard settings.
• Ability to pass a hands-on weld test.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG and TIG welding on aluminum components for shipbuilding and marine structures.
• Perform structural welding on ship components such as hulls, decks, bulkheads, frames, and foundations.
• Weld plates, frames, bulkheads, and other structural assemblies according to specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and work instructions.
• Prepare materials by cleaning, grinding, and fitting prior to welding.
• Ensure proper weld penetration, alignment, and structural integrity.
• Utilize various welding processes, including SMAW (Stick), FCAW (Flux Core), and GMAW (MIG), as specified.
• Prepare work surfaces by grinding, cutting, and cleaning to ensure quality welds.
• Perform repairs or rework on defective welds as needed.
• Operate welding equipment and tools safely and efficiently.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Aluminum welding

Blueprint reading

Shipyard experience

Tools

Welding equipment

Welding symbols

Job description

AAA-USA Inc. is seeking a Marine Structural Welder to perform MIG and TIG welding on aluminum components for shipbuilding and marine structures at our facilities.

The role requires reading blueprints and weld symbols, and performing structural welds on hulls, decks, and frames in a shipyard environment. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of aluminum/structural welding experience, strong MIG/TIG skills, and the ability to pass a hands-on weld test.