Tack Welder

Unite Contracting Solutions • New Orleans, LA

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About The Position

The Tack Welder prepares and positions metal parts, applies initial tack welds to hold assemblies in place, and works alongside fitters and journeyman welders to ensure accurate alignment before final welding begins. The role supports the quality and integrity of finished structures and contributes to the early stages of fabrication and assembly on active job sites. The successful candidate is dependable, safety-minded, precise, and interested in building trade skills.

Requirements

• Prior experience in tack welding, fabrication, or a related trade is strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, weld symbols, and technical drawings.
• Familiarity with common welding processes, including MIG, TIG, and stick welding.
• Steady hand-eye coordination and the ability to work precisely under deadlines.
• Commitment to workplace safety and willingness to follow established protocols.
• Physical ability to stand, bend, lift materials, and work in varied site conditions.

Nice To Haves

• A completed welding certification or trade training.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work orders to determine welding and positioning requirements.
• Set up, align, and secure metal components with clamps, fixtures, and tack welds before final welding.
• Perform tack welding on various materials and joint configurations to specified tolerances.
• Inspect fit-up and tack placement for accuracy and make adjustments as needed to prevent distortion.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow safety procedures and protective equipment requirements.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production schedules and project milestones.
• Perform routine maintenance on welding equipment and promptly report issues.

What This Job Offers

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