Seasoned Welder – Hull Repair & Maritime Dockyard

Ingram Marine Group; Port Allen (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits (health)

Dental and Vision

HSA

401K match

Life and AD&D

Employee assistance programs

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ingram Barge is seeking an Experienced Welder for our port Allen, LA team. The role covers welding, cutting, and fitting to repair and maintain a fleet of barges, with duties including dry docking, forklift and crane operation, and firewatch on towing vessels.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and 2–3 years of welding experience; shipyard experience and USCG certification are preferred. Strong communication and safety adherence are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 2–3 years of welding experience, shipyard experience preferred.
• USCG certification is preferred but not required.
• Ability to read and write English and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Welding/Cutting/Fitting (6011/7018/7024).
• Dry docking vessels for hull repair.
• Operating forklift.
• Operating hydraulic crane.
• Firewatch on towing vessels.
• Routinedock clean up.
• Other duties as requested.

Skills

Safety first mindset

Teamwork

Strong communication

Critical thinking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Hydraulic crane operation

USCG certification (preferred)

Job description

Ingram Barge is seeking an Experienced Welder for our port Allen, LA team. The role covers welding, cutting, and fitting to repair and maintain a fleet of barges, with duties including dry docking, forklift and crane operation, and firewatch on towing vessels.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and 2–3 years of welding experience; shipyard experience and USCG certification are preferred. Strong communication and safety adherence are essential.