Marine Welder

Aaa Usa • Houma, LA

9h

About The Position

A Marine Structural Welder performs welding tasks to assemble and fabricate steel structures on marine vessels in accordance with shipyard specifications, blueprints, and industry standards. The role includes welding aluminum components and structural ship components, preparing materials and work surfaces, inspecting weld quality, and completing repairs or rework as needed. The position requires safe and efficient use of welding equipment and tools. The employee must be willing to travel or temporarily relocate to Pascagoula, Mississippi; Lockport, Louisiana; and Houma, Louisiana.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of aluminum or structural welding experience; shipyard experience preferred.
• Strong experience with MIG (GMAW) and/or TIG (GTAW) aluminum welding.
• Experience with flux core and stick welding in shipyard settings.
• Ability to pass a hands-on weld test.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols.
• Experience in marine or heavy industrial fabrication environments.
• Knowledge of distortion control and aluminum welding techniques.
• Willingness to travel or temporarily relocate to Pascagoula, MS; Lockport, LA; and Houma, LA.

Nice To Haves

• Shipyard welding experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG and TIG welding on aluminum components for shipbuilding and marine structures.
• Perform structural welding on ship components such as hulls, decks, bulkheads, frames, and foundations.
• Weld plates, frames, bulkheads, and other structural assemblies according to specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and work instructions.
• Prepare materials by cleaning, grinding, and fitting prior to welding.
• Ensure proper weld penetration, alignment, and structural integrity.
• Use welding processes including SMAW (Stick), FCAW (Flux Core), and GMAW (MIG), as specified.
• Prepare work surfaces by grinding, cutting, and cleaning to ensure quality welds.
• Perform repairs or rework on defective welds as needed.
• Operate welding equipment and tools safely and efficiently.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Long-term assignments.
• Multiple U.S. locations.
• Relocation assistance available.
• Referral programs.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed