Welder - Structural

Cajun Industries, LLC; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Baton Rouge is seeking a Structural Welder to create frames for large structures. The role requires proficiency in welding and metal cutting, alongside physical and mental capabilities to work in various conditions. Candidates must ensure quality work and adhere to safety standards while operating tools effectively.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs; occasionally up to 100 lbs.
• Effective communication skills with management.
• Detail-oriented with strong decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Cut and drill structural metal pieces for welding.
• Ensure welds meet safety and industry standards.
• Perform simple piping installations and repairs.

Skills

Welding

Metal Cutting

Communication

Decision Making

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

More information about this job

Overview

The Structural Welder will create frames for large structures. Most possess ability to set up equipment and weld either pipe, plate or structural steel using arc, gas-shielded arc or gas welding equipment. Must be able to produce quality work with reasonable efficiency. Will obtain certification as necessary. Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and 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

*The following are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.

• Cut and drill structural metal pieces to size and place into position for welding
• Ensure welds are well executed and meet safety and industry standards
• Perform simple piping installations and repairs
• Assist other mechanics/ craft worked 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