Welder - Bourg, LA

Position Summary

Plan, lay-out, weld, install, test and repair all types of pipe and similar tubular products in accordance with applicable plans, specifications, welding codes and industry standards

Experience Level

Intermediate

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

•    Plan, diagram and lay-out for pipe welder’s work
•    Coordinate with field labor crew for efficient installations
•    Position the weld set up, fit the piping and perform welds involving a high degree of precision independently
•    Lay-out, and assemble pipes accurately and according to production standards, quality requirements, safety requirements, code, design, and specifications
•    Make welding repairs and substandard welds
•    Assist with coordination of any Pre-Fabrication layout or installation
•    Assist with rigging of material
•    Operate air arc gouger, grinder, stress relieving machine, and other industry machines, tools and equipment

Qualifications

•    May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
•    Must possess working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
•    Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
•    Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safe and efficiently.

Requirements

•    Able to meet all physical requirements. 
•    Must have all required tools

•    Must possess or have the ability to readily obtain ABS Welding Certificate

•    Prior experience and/or certification for Welding crane booms preferred.

•    Prior rigging experience preferred.

•    Prior experience with marine vessel hull welding.
•    Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft)
•    Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
•    Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload
•    Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required

• Ability to pass pre-access drug and alcohol testing, fit for duty medical and/or background
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