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Structural Welder (6GR) (Bourg LA)

Weeks Marine

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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Bourg, LA
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Weeks Marine is hiring a Structural Welder (6GR) (Bourg LA). Weeks Marine seeks a Structural Welder to perform high‑precision hand welding on structural and process pipe applications. The role involves setting up, troubleshooting, and operating welding equipment, preheating and welding components per blueprints, and making repairs, while adhering to safety and project rules.

Key focus areas include Set up, troubleshoot and operate welding machines according to specifications, Preheat and weld metal components as specified by blueprints and procedures, and Weld using FCAW‑S, FCAW‑G, TGAW, GMAW, SMAW, and SAW processes.

Successful candidates bring 6GR Welding Test, Live In Local Commuting Area, and Meet All Physical Requirements. Important skills include Use Hand Tools, Use Power Tools, Use Layout Tools, Understand Written Instructions, Follow Written Instructions, and Transmit Written Instructions. Preferred (not required): FCAW-S, FCAW-G, TGAW, and GMAW.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Use Hand ToolsUse Power ToolsUse Layout ToolsUnderstand Written InstructionsFollow Written InstructionsTransmit Written InstructionsUnderstand Oral InstructionsFollow Oral InstructionsTransmit Oral InstructionsCommunicate Effectively With Management/SupervisionFCAW-SFCAW-GTGAWGMAWSMAWSAWAir Arc GougerGrinderStress Relieving MachineWelding RepairsTroubleshoot Welding MachinesOperate Welding MachinesPreheat Metal ComponentsWeld Metal ComponentsWorking Knowledge Skills and Abilities for PositionUnderstand Written and Oral InstructionsFollow Written and Oral InstructionsTransmit Written and Oral InstructionsUse Hand Tools Safely and EfficientlyMeet All Physical RequirementsObserve and Comply With All Safety and Project Rules

Qualifications

Pass a 6GR Welding Test Pre-EmploymentLive in Local Commuting AreaAll Required ToolsAble to Work Overtime, Nights, and Weekends as RequiredHigh School Diploma or EquivalentPrevious Years of Experience in the Field or in a Related Area

Full job description

Requisition ID: 184639

Position Summary

Perform work involving a high degree of precision and the use of hand welding equipment and proficiency in welding processes for both structural and process pipe applications

Experience Level

Intermediate

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

  • Set-up, troubleshoot and operate welding machines according to job specifications and welding procedures

  • Preheat and weld metal components as specified by blue prints, welding symbols, job specifications, or welding procedures.

  • Weld various processes FCAW-S, FCAW-G, TGAW, GMAW, SMAW, and SAW

  • Operate air arc gouger, grinder, stress relieving machine, and other industry machines, tools and equipment

  • Make welding repairs and substandard welds

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 including ability to pass a 6GR welding test pre-employment.

•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.

MUST live in local commuting area.

Requirements

•Able to meet all physical requirements.

•Must have all required tools

•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.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Company: Weeks

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