Welder

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Earned wage access

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Safety awards

Company store

EAP

Paid training

Job summary

Gulf Island in Houma, LA is seeking Assembly Welders to support fabrication and enclosure component assembly, performing welding, fit-up, and mechanical tasks.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year in manufacturing, MIG welding, ability to read a tape measure, and comfort with outdoor conditions; safety-focused and detail-oriented; pre-employment screening required.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in welding, fabrication or mechanical assembly in a manufacturing environment.
• Basic proficiency with MIG welding.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work in varied outdoor conditions.
• Pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Support fabrication and assembly of enclosure components.
• Weld, fit-up and mechanical assembly tasks.
• Operate in varying outdoor conditions (hot, cold, humid, dusty).
• Adhere to safety protocols and quality standards.

Skills

MIG welding

Fabrication

Mechanical assembly

Tape measure reading

Safety-conscious

Outdoor work

Job description

Assembly Welders - Manufacturing & Enclosure Fabrication - Houma, LA

Gulf Island is seeking Assembly Welders for their manufacturing operations in Houma, Louisiana. These professionals will support the fabrication and assembly of enclosure components, performing welding, fit-up, and mechanical assembly tasks. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, detail-oriented, and able to work in varying outdoor conditions. This is a great opportunity for welders with at least one year of experience in a manufacturing environment.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive Wages
• 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)
• Paid Training (overhead crane/rigging as needed)

What You’ll Need

• 1+ years experience in welding, fabrication or mechanical assembly in a manufacturing environment
• Basic proficiency with MIG welding
• Ability to read and use a tape measure
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions (hot, cold, humid, wet, dry, dust, mud, etc.)
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally 50-75 pounds
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and physical
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Standing, sitting, walking, stooping, kneeling, climbing, feeling, talking, hearing and seeing
• Turning, twisting, bending and balancing
• Pushing, pulling and reaching
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Exposure to TIG or Stick welding
• Welding certifications (e.g., AWS/ASME) or technical school coursework
• Previous experience with generator enclosure assembly
• Previous experience in Roofs, Doors and Sub-assembly (RDS)