Welding & Mechanical Assembly Technician – Enclosures

Gulf Island; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; 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 seeking an Assembly technician in Houma, LA to support fabrication and assembly of enclosure components. You will perform MIG welding, basic mechanical assembly and read blueprints to guide production.

The role emphasizes safe, efficient production of enclosure frames, panels and subassemblies, with wearables like PPE and training provided. Join a team focused on timely output and quality workmanship.

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

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
• Setup and teardown welding / assembly workstations
• Collaborate with team members to meet daily production goals and maintain workflow

Skills

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Team collaboration

Quality awareness

Tools

Tape measure

Overhead cranes

Job description

Gulf Island is seeking an Assembly technician in Houma, LA to support fabrication and assembly of enclosure components. You will perform MIG welding, basic mechanical assembly and read blueprints to guide production.

The role emphasizes safe, efficient production of enclosure frames, panels and subassemblies, with wearables like PPE and training provided. Join a team focused on timely output and quality workmanship.