Sub Arc Welder

Gulf Island; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

A leading fabrication company in Houma, Louisiana, is seeking a Certified 6GR Flux core welder to perform welding tasks essential for structural fabrication. Candidates must be capable of operating welding machines, maintaining high-quality standards, and working in outdoor conditions. The role requires a high school diploma and effective communication skills. This position offers various benefits, including health insurance and paid vacation.

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified 6GR welder.
• Ability to pass a written and practical welding test.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Operate welding machine for applicable processes.
• Perform safety practices during welding.
• Maintain quality of welding to pass NDT tests.

Skills

Welding machine operation

Communication skills

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding machines

Man lifts

Chipping and grinding equipment

Job description

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Description

Main Purpose: Certified 6GR Flux core welder to perform job functions required and/or assigned in the fabrication of iron as steel structures in accordance with the contract/job specifications and quality assurance requirements/fitting procedures and established ISO/QC program standards.

Essential Functions

• Set and operate welding machine for applicable welding processes (SAW, automatic, etc.)
• Perform welding processes assigned for either structural, pipe for automatic welding projects
• Pass required welding test in accordance with AWS D1.1 latest edition
• Maintain quality of welding that can pass NDT testing procedures
• Perform welding assignments in a safe and efficient manner, practicing safety at all times
• Operate applicable hand tools (chipping hammers, grinders, etc.)
• Operate high reaches/man lifts as required when having to perform welding assignments above ground level
• Follow written and/or verbal instructions with little or no supervision

Benefits Offered

• Earned Wage Access
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Safety Awards
• Company Store
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Requirements

Physical Requirements:

• Standing, sitting, walking, stooping, kneeling, climbing, talking, hearing and seeing
• Turning, twisting and bending
• Pushing, pulling and reaching
• Must be able to lift and/or move 25 pounds and occasionally 50-75 pounds

Job Requirements

• Must be a Certified 6GR welder
• Must be able to successfully demonstrate the ability to pass a written and practical welding test
• Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing

Desirable Experience/Training

• Highschool diploma or GED
• Will train a Certified 6GR welder on Sub Arch Welding.

Tools & Equipment Used

Welders must have knowledge of and use welding machines, man lifts, chipping & grinding equipment, cutting torches, welding leads, welding whips, and welding guns. Also, all applicable safety equipment used to perform their everyday welding duties (welding shields, goggles, hard hats, etc.) should be able to read and write.

Environmental Conditions

80 to 90% of the work activities are performed outdoors in a shop. Individuals will be required to work in changes of temperature, hot, cold, humid, wet, and dry conditions, dust, mud, etc.

Gulf Island will not sponsor applications for work visas. Additionally, applicants for employment with Gulf Island must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Accordingly, Gulf Island will not consider applications from candidates who require the company to sponsor a work visa and who are not currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Gulf island is not accepting unsolicited candidates from search firms for posted employment opportunities. Please no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to Gulf Island employees via email, the internet, or any other form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for the position will be deemed the sole property of Gulf Island. No recruiting placement fee will be paid in the event Gulf Island hires the candidate due to the referral or through other means.

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