Ship Tacker: Precision Fitter & Weld Prep

Chouest; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

LaShip in Houma, LA, is seeking a Ship Tacker to support welding operations on offshore vessels. You will assist fitters in positioning, aligning, and preparing components for welding, reading measurements, and using hand tools to ensure accurate assembly.

The role involves setting up welding leads, tack welding in multiple positions, inspecting bead quality, and assisting with installation of various ship components. Safety and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience assisting in fitting and welding prep.
• Ability to read measurements accurately.
• Familiarity with basic shop tools and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist fitter to position, align, and fit components for assembly.
• Read tape measure to support layout and measurement.
• Use hammers, wedges, pry bars, and come-alongs to align parts.
• Grind rough edges, surplus weld, rust, or scale with grinder or chipper.
• Set up welding leads near work area for welding.
• Tack welds in various positions and inspect bead size.
• Mark reference lines for cutting or drilling as required.
• Assist in installing packing, gaskets, liners, bearings, doors, hatches and other accessories.

Skills

Welding

Measuring

Hand tools

Bead inspection

Tools

Grinder

Chipper

Welding leads

Tape measure

Job description

LaShip in Houma, LA, is seeking a Ship Tacker to support welding operations on offshore vessels. You will assist fitters in positioning, aligning, and preparing components for welding, reading measurements, and using hand tools to ensure accurate assembly.

The role involves setting up welding leads, tack welding in multiple positions, inspecting bead quality, and assisting with installation of various ship components. Safety and teamwork are essential.