Structural Welder: Precision Fabrication Pro

Energy Jobline ZR; Abbeville (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadian Contractors, Inc. is seeking a skilled Structural Welder to join our team in Abbeville, LA.

The role focuses on fabrication and structural welding, following blueprints, welding symbols, and WPS requirements to deliver high-quality welds across carbon, alloy, and stainless steels. You will interpret drawings, select welding wire, adjust equipment, and work in flat, horizontal, and vertical positions while maintaining safety and precision.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of fabrication experience.
• Experience with FCAW procedures, including 6GR.
• Subsea welding experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Verify welding processes and procedures for each project with shop Foreman and QA/QC.
• Assist with and verify fit-up of components prior to weld-out.
• Complete and inspect all weld passes to meet specifications.
• Interpret drawings and welding symbols; understand WPS requirements.
• Select appropriate welding wire and adjust machines per job specs.
• Operate arc gouging equipment when needed.
• Use hand tools, grinders and welding equipment safely.
• Assist welders and fitters in preparing workpieces.
• Weld on carbon, alloy and stainless steel in various shapes.
• Produce welds in flat, horizontal, and vertical positions; ensure quality.
• Clean completed welds; apply correct finishing.
• Stencil/stamp welds per specs (3/8" from weld, every three feet).
• Inspect and maintain welding equipment at shift start.

Skills

FCAW procedures

Reading drawings & welding symbols

Structural fabrication techniques

Welding in multiple positions

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Acadian Contractors, Inc. is seeking a skilled Structural Welder to join our team in Abbeville, LA.

The role focuses on fabrication and structural welding, following blueprints, welding symbols, and WPS requirements to deliver high-quality welds across carbon, alloy, and stainless steels. You will interpret drawings, select welding wire, adjust equipment, and work in flat, horizontal, and vertical positions while maintaining safety and precision.