Welder - Rig

Cajun Industries, LLC; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cajun Industries, LLC is seeking a Rig Welder in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The role involves supporting rig operations through cutting and welding tasks based on blueprints and specifications, while adhering to safety standards.

The ideal candidate must be able to lift heavy materials, communicate effectively, and work in various environmental conditions. The position offers the opportunity to utilize your welding machine and tools in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift or carry up to 50 lbs, occasionally up to 100 lbs.
• Effective communication skills for safety and teamwork.
• Ability to work in various physical conditions and confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Weld metal and components for fabricating or repairing products.
• Cut materials with hand torch and beveling machine.
• Maintain tools and supplies necessary for the job.
• Assist colleagues as needed during operations.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Hand/eye coordination

Tools

Welding machine

Grinder

Porta-band

Torch

Gauge

Job description

More information about this job

Overview

The Rig Welder will support rigs in all operations that require cutting or welding. Will work from blueprints, sketches, specifications and produce quality work with reasonable efficiency. Will provide own welding machine and power tools to perform the job such as a grinder, porta-band, torch, or gauge. Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and also learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment. Will be required to work in a plant operations or construction jobsite setting.

Responsibilities

• Weld metal and other components to fabricate or repair products
• Cut with a hand torch and beveling machine
• Maintain needed supplies and tools as needed
• Assist other mechanics/craft workers as needed

Qualifications

Physical

• Must be able to push/pull, lift, or carry up to 50 lbs., but may occasionally push/pull, lift, or carry up to 100 lbs.
• Subject to repetitive use of hands/arms, and legs
• Hand/eye coordination
• Must be able to communicate (hear, comprehend, and speak) to safely perform work
• Will need to be able to perform sedentary to heavy work
• May operate hand and power tools (electric, gas, and pneumatic) of all types
• Climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
• Position may require prolonged bending/twisting, walking, crawling, kneeling, reaching overhead, squatting, pushing /pulling, or standing and lifting
• Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand, etc.
• May be required to work in confined spaces
• Will be exposed to adverse weather conditions (Heat, Cold, Rain, Etc.)

Mental

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with management/ supervision
• Work at various tempos, and concentrate amid distractions
• Decision making skills necessary
• Detail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details