Welder (Manufacturing, MIG welding)

GULF ISLAND LLC; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; 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 looking for a Welder (Manufacturing, MIG) in Houma, LA. You will perform MIG welding on aluminum, steel and stainless, including heavy tubing and plenum work. Read blueprints, measure precisely, and work at heights on ladders and lifts while following safety rules.

The role emphasizes fabrication support, weld testing, and strict adherence to quality. Candidates should have 1+ years MIG experience and pass required checks; AWS certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• 1+ years MIG welding experience on aluminum, steel and stainless.
• Experience with plenum structures and heavy tubing welding.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret schematics.
• Must pass welding tests, pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Comfort working at heights and outdoors in variable conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding (95% of work) on aluminum, steel and stainless.
• Weld heavy tubing and sheet metal (14 gauge) including plenum work.
• Assist fabrication of custom components with accurate dimensions.
• Conduct weld tests to verify strength and quality.
• Read blueprints and measure using tape measures; maintain precision.
• Operate ladders and scissor lifts safely and follow PPE protocols.

Skills

MIG welding

Aluminum welding

Steel welding

Stainless welding

Blueprint reading

Tape measure

Safety compliance

Heavy tubing welding

Education

High School Diploma

AWS Welding Certification (preferred)

Tools

Welding tools

Plenum welding

Platform ladders

Scissor lifts

Job description

Welder (Manufacturing, MIG welding)

Gulf Island Houma, Louisiana, United States

About this position

Description:

Main Purpose:

The Welder performs MIG welding (95% of the work) and requires proficiency in welding aluminum, steel and stainless steel. The Welder will also perform structural and sheet metal welding, including work with plenum and structural heavy welding of tubing. The individual will also be responsible for conducting weld tests, reading tape measures and working at heights on platform ladders and scissor lifts.

Essential Functions:

• Perform MIG welding (95% of the work), primarily on aluminum, steel and stainless steel components, ensuring strong and precise welds
• Weld heavy tubing and sheet metal (14 gauge), including structural and plenum work
• Assist in the fabrication of custom components, ensuring accuracy in dimensions and design specifications
• Conduct weld tests to ensure the strength, integrity and quality of the welds
• Read and interpret blueprints and schematics to determine welding requirements; accurately measure and cut materials using tape measures
• Use basic math skills to convert fractions to decimals and ensure the accuracy of measurements for welding projects
• Operate platform ladders and scissor lifts safely to perform welding tasks in elevated work areas
• Follow all safety protocols and ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE); maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

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, 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

Job Requirements:

• 1+ years experience in MIG, structural and sheet metal welding, including work with plenum and structural heavy welding of tubing
• Experience with fabricating and assembling metal parts as needed
• Familiarity working with plenum structures and heavy weld tubing
• Comfort with converting fractions to decimals and applying basic math to welding tasks
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work at heights using platform ladders and scissor lifts
• Must successfully pass written and practical Welding Tests
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and physical
• Must be able to pass a background check

Desirable Experience, Education and Training:

• Holds a valid welding certification (e.g., AWS) and experience working with a variety of welding techniques and materials preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Tools, Equipment and Technology:

• Welding tools and equipment
• Aluminum, steel and stainless steel components
• Platform ladders and scissor lifts
• PPE

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.

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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