Marine Welder

About the Job

Must be willing to travel/temporarily relocate to the following locations:

• Pascagoula, MS.
• Lockport, LA.
• Houma, LA.

Why Skilled Trades Professionals Choose AAA USA:

• Competitive Pay.
• Overtime Opportunities.
• Long-Term Assignments.
• Multiple U.S. Locations.
• Relocation Assistance Available.
• Referral Programs.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits.
• 401(k) with Company Match.
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays.

A Marine Structural Welder is responsible for performing welding tasks to assemble and fabricate steel structures on marine vessels in accordance with shipyard specifications, blueprints, and industry standards.

Essential Functions:

• 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.
• Utilize various 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.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of aluminum/structural welding experience shipyard 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 with marine or heavy industrial fabrication environments.
• Knowledge of distortion control and aluminum welding techniques.