Marine Structural Welder — Shipyard Specialist

Elite WorkForce, Inc; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Elite Workforce LLC is seeking experienced Marine Structural Welders to join our shipyard workforce. The ideal candidate will weld structural steel components in a marine environment and produce quality welds that meet industry standards.

Candidates must pass pre-employment requirements and safety tests. All applicants should be capable of working safely in demanding shipyard conditions and adhere to health and safety policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of marine structural welding experience preferred.
• Previous shipyard, marine construction, or heavy industrial welding experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols.
• Strong knowledge of welding techniques, safety procedures, and fabrication practices.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural welding on ship hulls, decks, bulkheads, foundations, and other marine structures.
• Read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, specifications, and work instructions.
• Utilize FCAW, SMAW, and GMAW welding processes as required.
• Ensure all welds meet shipyard, customer, and regulatory quality standards.
• Operate welding equipment and related tools safely and efficiently.
• Inspect completed welds for quality and compliance with specifications.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment per safety policies.
• Collaborate with supervisors, shipfitters, and other trades to meet project schedules.

Skills

Marine welding

Blueprint reading

Welding symbols

Tools

FCAW

SMAW

GMAW

Job description

Elite Workforce LLC is seeking experienced Marine Structural Welders to join our shipyard workforce. The ideal candidate will weld structural steel components in a marine environment and produce quality welds that meet industry standards.

Candidates must pass pre-employment requirements and safety tests. All applicants should be capable of working safely in demanding shipyard conditions and adhere to health and safety policies.