Welding & Mechanical Assembler - Enclosures

GULF ISLAND LLC; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; 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 in Houma, LA is seeking an Assembler (Mechanical, Tacker) to support fabrication and assembly of enclosure components through basic welding, fit-up and mechanical assembly, ensuring safe, efficient production of frames, panels and subassemblies.

You will read blueprints, follow procedures, perform MIG welding, set up workstations, use overhead cranes, and collaborate with a team to meet daily production goals while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in welding, fabrication or mechanical assembly in a manufacturing environment.
• Basic proficiency with MIG welding.
• Must be able to read and use a tape measure.
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions with PPE.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural welding on enclosure components by following drawings and trained procedures.
• Perform basic mechanical assembly, including fitting panels, installing hardware and prepping components for welding or final assembly.
• Read and follow blueprints, drawings and work instructions to determine weld and assembly requirements.
• Complete tasks for roofs, doors and sub-assemblies (RDS) to support smooth production flow and ensure components meet dimensional and quality requirements.
• Support material movement and positioning using overhead cranes or rigging (training provided as needed).
• 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.
• Setup and teardown welding / assembly workstations.
• Collaborate with team members to meet daily production goals and maintain workflow.
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Basic MIG welding

Read blueprints

Tape measure reading

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Tools

Tape measure

Overhead cranes

Respirator

Job description

Gulf Island in Houma, LA is seeking an Assembler (Mechanical, Tacker) to support fabrication and assembly of enclosure components through basic welding, fit-up and mechanical assembly, ensuring safe, efficient production of frames, panels and subassemblies.

You will read blueprints, follow procedures, perform MIG welding, set up workstations, use overhead cranes, and collaborate with a team to meet daily production goals while maintaining quality and safety standards.