Structural Welder - Aluminum & Steel, Multi-Pass

Austal USA; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Austal USA in Mobile, AL is seeking an experienced Welder (A-Class capable) to join our fabrication team. You will weld aluminum and steel, perform single-pass and multi-pass fillets, and work full-penetration joints in various thicknesses while adhering to Austal USA standards.

You may mentor less-skilled welders, read construction drawings, and maintain safety and housekeeping. The role requires flexibility for shifts/overtime and the ability to pass weld qualification tests to meet contract

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year as a B-Class Welder at Austal or 2 years of GMAW MIG aluminum welding.
• 2 years FCAW/GMAW steel welding experience at a comparable employer.
• Ability to pass A Class skills evaluation test for full penetration joint details.
• Ability to meet AL CV weld qualification test requirements to meet contract requirements.
• Willing to work shifts or overtime and flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Weld a variety of aluminium and/or steel configurations including fillets and joints.
• Weld single-pass and multi-pass fillets in all positions and thicknesses.
• Weld multi-pass full penetration joints for various thicknesses.
• Mentor less-skilled welders and assist other trades as directed.
• Maintain safe work practices and adhere to safety policies.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and contract specs.
• Maintain housekeeping and ensure compliance with Austal USA standards.

Skills

GMAW MIG aluminum welding

FCAW/GMAW steel welding

A Class welding qualification test

Read and interpret drawings

Mentor less-skilled welders

Safety awareness

Strong manual dexterity

Troubleshooting

Education

Austal USA approved Structural Welding training

Tools

Arc gougers

Cutting torches

Welding machine

Plate magnets

Job description

Austal USA in Mobile, AL is seeking an experienced Welder (A-Class capable) to join our fabrication team. You will weld aluminum and steel, perform single-pass and multi-pass fillets, and work full-penetration joints in various thicknesses while adhering to Austal USA standards.

You may mentor less-skilled welders, read construction drawings, and maintain safety and housekeeping. The role requires flexibility for shifts/overtime and the ability to pass weld qualification tests to meet contract