Structural Welder

ZipRecruiter; New Orleans (LA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established staffing firm is seeking skilled Structural Welders to join their team. This role involves performing various welding processes, including SMAW, GMAW, and FCAW, in a dynamic marine environment. Candidates should have extensive experience in naval or commercial welding, with a strong understanding of metal characteristics and the ability to work safely in confined spaces. The company emphasizes safety and employee development, offering a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. If you are passionate about welding and looking to advance your career, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Accident insurance

Critical Illness insurance

Qualifications

• 8+ years of naval/commercial welding experience required.
• Thorough knowledge of metal characteristics and welding processes.

Responsibilities

• Complete various welding processes in multiple positions.
• Perform grinding, air carbon arc gouging, and proper gauge usage.

Skills

SMAW welding

GMAW welding

FCAW welding

GMAW-P welding

Air carbon arc gouging

Knowledge of metal characteristics

Basic reading skills

Basic writing skills

Basic math skills

Education

8 years of welding experience

US citizenship

Tools

Oxygen/propane heating torch

Fillet and butt gauges

Job description

Craft and Technical Solutions is an established Marine and Industrial Staffing Company with offices nationwide. We partner with businesses and jobseekers to place qualified individuals efficiently. Currently, CTS is reviewing resumes for Structural Welders in Sturgeon Bay, WI!

Pay Rate: $30/hour and $660/week per diem

Job Description:

• Complete fillet and butt welds using the SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GMAW-P process (multi-pass) in 2G, 3G, and 4G positions.
• Heat oxygen/propane heating torch.
• Perform grinding and pick up work as needed.
• Complete air carbon arc gouging.
• Properly use fillet and butt gauges.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of various metals characteristics and qualities including the correct welding processes required and the effects of welding on the material.

Requirements:

• Minimum 8 years of naval/commercial welding experience.
• Successfully pass several tests over a three-week period.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Familiar with OSHA regulations relative to the shipbuilding industry.
• Pass hair follicle test and background check.
• Comfortable with heights and in confined spaces.
• Lift 50lbs without assistance.
• Must understand the layout of the ship and compartment identification.
• Basic reading, writing and math skills required.
• Must be a US citizen.

Benefits:

CTS, LLC offers a comprehensive benefit package to eligible employees. Eligible employees may enroll in:

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary Life/Voluntary AD&D
• Short-Term
• Long-Term
• Hospital Indemnity
• Accident
• Critical Illness
• 401k

Safety and responsible work practices are of paramount importance at CTS and are woven into the fabric of everything we do. We are committed to employee safety & development, the protection of the environment and the communities where we operate. We are ready to be a partner in your career success!

Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Craft and Technical Solutions, LLC has a consistent policy that requires an online application to be completed before we can further consider you as an applicant for this position.

CTS is an EOE AA M/F/Vet/