Tank Welder (Night Shift)

Gulf Island & Englobal; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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)

Job summary

Gulf Island is seeking a Tank Welder to support fabrication of generator enclosure fuel tanks and assemblies. The role requires welding on sheet metal, reading blueprints, and performing pressure tests to ensure leak-free containment.

You will work with grinders, tape measures, and cranes, following detailed drawings to meet tight tolerances and safety standards. Night shifts and pre-employment screenings are required, with comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 1+ years welding experience.
• Must pass 3G/4G welding test.
• Must pass a pressure test.
• Must be able to read blueprints.
• Must be able to read and use a tape measure.
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions with PPE.
• Must be able to work night shift.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and physical.
• Must pass background check.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding on sheet metal components used in fuel tank fabrication for diesel containment.
• Read and interpret measurements with a tape measure and blueprints.
• Prepare materials by measuring, marking, cutting, grinding, beveling and fitting.
• Follow detailed work instructions to complete welding projects as per specs.
• Lift and maneuver metal components; ensure safe handling of materials.
• Perform pressure tests and visual weld checks; report defects and rework as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and comply with PPE requirements.
• Collaborate with team to meet daily production goals.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Welding experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Welding tools

Tape measure

Overhead cranes

Respirator

Job description

Description

Main Purpose:

The Tank Welder supports the fabrication and assembly of enclosure components, specifically generator enclosure fuel tanks and assemblies that support large-scale generators.

Essential Functions:

• Perform required welding processes on sheet metal components used in fuel tank fabrication, ensuring structural integrity, weld quality and leak-free performance for diesel fuel containment
• Utilize welding equipment and hand tools such as grinders, cutting torches, machines etc.
• Read and interpret measurements using a tape measure
• Prepare materials for welding by measuring, marking, cutting, grinding, beveling and fitting components to required tolerances
• Follow detailed blueprints and work instructions to complete welding projects as per specifications
• Lift and maneuver metal components, ensuring safe and efficient handling of materials
• Perform pressure tests to ensure welds meet quality and safety requirements
• Conduct visual weld checks, report defects and assist with rework
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow all PPE requirements, including respirators when required for certain materials
• Collaborate with team members to meet daily production goals and maintain workflow
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

Requirements

Job Requirements:

• 1+ years experience in welding
• Must be able to pass a 3G/4G welding test
• Must be able to pass a pressure test
• Must be able to read blueprints
• Must be able to read and use a tape measure
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions with exposure to fumes (with proper respiratory protection)
• Must be able to work night shift
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and physical
• Must be able to pass a background check

Desirable Experience, Education and Training:

• Previous experience welding fuel tanks, storage tanks, pressure vessels or similar containment systems
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Physical Requirements:

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

Tools, Equipment and Technology:

• Welding and fitting tools, tape measure, overhead cranes, respirator etc.

Environmental Conditions:

80 to 90% of the work activities are performed outdoors. Individuals will be required to work in changes of temperature, hot, cold, humid, wet and dry conditions, dust, mud etc. They will also be exposed to paint thinner and paint fumes.

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)

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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