Structural Welder

Shipworker.com; Morgan City (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Shipworker.com is seeking a Structural Welder in Morgan City, LA to assemble large metal components for shipbuilding. You will weld steel plates and structural frames, interpreting blueprints with precision while adhering to strict safety standards in potentially confined spaces and at heights.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, welding certifications, and at least 2 years of structural welding experience, preferably in shipyards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; vocational training preferred.
• Certification in welding, structural welding qualifications.
• At least 2 years of structural welding experience, shipbuilding preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and welding diagrams.
• Experience with MIG, TIG, and stick welding.
• Capable of working in physically demanding environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding to join large steel plates and structural components per blueprints and ship design plans.
• Utilize welding techniques to meet construction specifications.
• Inspect welds for quality and fix defects.
• Collaborate with tradespeople and supervisors for safe, efficient work.
• Follow safety protocols and wear PPE; work at heights or in confined spaces.
• Maintain welding equipment and tools.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint Reading

MIG Welding

TIG Welding

Stick Welding

Physical Endurance

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational training / Apprenticeship

Tools

Welding Equipment

Job description

Position Summary:

The Structural Welder specializes in the assembly of large metal components for shipbuilding, skillfully welding steel plates and structural frames to form the ship's primary architecture. Precision and adherence to detailed blueprints are critical in this role, as is the commitment to rigorous safety standards, often working within confined areas or at elevations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform welding tasks to join large steel plates and structural components according to blueprints and ship design plans.
• Utilize various welding techniques and tools to ensure strong and accurate welds that meet construction specifications.
• Inspect welds for quality assurance, identifying any defects and making necessary adjustments.
• Collaborate with other tradespeople and supervisors to ensure that work is completed efficiently and safely.
• Follow strict safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment and adherence to safe work practices, especially when working at heights or in confined spaces.
• Maintain and care for welding equipment and tools, ensuring they are in proper working order.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED, with formal training through a vocational school or apprenticeship program preferred.
• Certification in welding, with specific qualifications in structural welding techniques.
• At least 2 years of experience as a structural welder, ideally within the shipbuilding industry.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints and structural welding diagrams.
• Solid understanding of various welding processes, including MIG, TIG, and stick welding.
• Demonstrated ability to work in physically demanding environments.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

• Work will be primarily conducted at the shipyard, necessitating flexibility to work outdoors in diverse weather conditions, at heights, and within confined spaces.
• Physical capacity to handle materials, operate welding equipment, and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment and possibly carry loads up to 50 pounds.

Reporting:

• Reports directly to the Lead Welder or Welding Supervisor.

Location:

Morgan City, LA 70380, USA