Welder

NovelAire Technologies, LLC•Baton Rouge, LA

26d

About The Position

Weld barrel nuts onto flat bar and square tubing frames with high-quality standards. Perform MIG/TIG welding on carbon steel, galvanized steel, aluminum, and stainless steel. Set up and adjust welding machines for proper voltage, wire feed, gas flow, and technique. Operate a cold-cut saw to accurately cut square tubing and flat bar to specified lengths. Use a punch machine to notch flat bar according to drawings and templates. Operate a rolling machine to roll sheet metal bands to required radiuses. Read and interpret fabrication drawings, weld symbols, and cut lists. Use tape measures, calipers, and other measuring tools to ensure precise dimensions and fit-up. Maintain a clean and safe work area at all times. Inspect welded parts to ensure structural integrity and quality compliance. Assist in material handling and staging of components. Follow all safety protocols and PPE requirements. All applicants must complete a liability waiver, attend a safety briefing, and perform a weld test. Background checks and drug testing are mandatory for all new employees. At Energy Recovery Technologies, our global mission is to pioneer innovative solutions that improve indoor air quality and thermal management capabilities. Our advanced technologies in high efficiency outdoor air ventilation, dehumidification and cooling protect people, equipment and the built environment. We do this through our team’s unrelenting dedication to making a truly remarkable impact on a sustainable future. With decades of innovative engineering, a collaborative, customer-first mindset, and global best-in-class manufacturing capabilities, we deliver an unmatched customer experience. You can breathe easier knowing you have an invested partner to ensure your business, and most importantly your people, are safer, healthier and more productive each and every day.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
1-2 years welding experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
Completion of a basic welding training program from a trade school, community college, or certified training center may be accepted in lieu of the work experience on a case-by-case basis.
All applicants must complete a liability waiver, attend a safety briefing, and perform a weld test.
Background checks and drug testing are mandatory for all new employees.

Nice To Haves

5+ years welding experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
Welding certification (AWS, NCCER)
Foundational knowledge of welding processes such as MIG, TIG, or stick welding
Understanding of weld quality standards (visual inspection, identifying defects)
Ability to read simple blueprints, work instructions, and basic welding symbols
Basic math and measurement skills (ability to read a tape measure and understand fractions/decimals)
Ability to safely operate common shop tools and equipment (grinders, saws, clamps, hand tools)
Understanding of basic safety practices including PPE use, hazard awareness, and safe equipment handling
Ability to perform repetitive tasks with attention to detail in a fast‑paced manufacturing setting
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
Willingness to learn and take direction from experienced welders and supervisors
Ability to pass a basic weld skills assessment as part of the hiring process
Strong communication, teamwork, & reliability

Responsibilities

Weld barrel nuts onto flat bar and square tubing frames with high-quality standards.
Perform MIG/TIG welding on carbon steel, galvanized steel, aluminum, and stainless steel.
Set up and adjust welding machines for proper voltage, wire feed, gas flow, and technique.
Operate a cold-cut saw to accurately cut square tubing and flat bar to specified lengths.
Use a punch machine to notch flat bar according to drawings and templates.
Operate a rolling machine to roll sheet metal bands to required radiuses.
Read and interpret fabrication drawings, weld symbols, and cut lists.
Use tape measures, calipers, and other measuring tools to ensure precise dimensions and fit-up.
Maintain a clean and safe work area at all times.
Inspect welded parts to ensure structural integrity and quality compliance.
Assist in material handling and staging of components.
Follow all safety protocols and PPE requirements.