Welder joins, fabricates, and repairs metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques. Interprets blueprints, specifications, diagrams or schematics to determine appropriate welding process. Being a Welder inspects completed welds to determine structural soundness. Familiar with and complies with all safety requirements and protocols for working in a hazardous environment. Additionally, Welder may prepare the materials and set up for a welding device or robot. May be required to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty. Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Welder works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Main Purpose
To perform job functions required and / or assigned in the fabrication of iron as steel structures in accordance with the contract / job specifications and quality assurance requirements / fitting procedures and established ISO / QC program standards.
Essential Functions
Requirements
Physical Requirements
Job Requirements
Desirable Experience / Training
Highschool diploma or GED.
Tools & equipment used
Welders must have knowledge of and use welding machines, man lifts, chipping & grinding equipment, cutting torches, welding leads, welding whips, and welding guns.
Also, all applicable safety equipment used to perform their everyday welding duties (welding shields, goggles, hard hats, etc.
should be able to read and write.
Environmental Conditions
80 to 90% of the work activities are performed outdoors in a shop. Individuals will be required to work in changes of temperature, hot, cold, humid, wet, and dry conditions, dust, mud, etc.
Gulf Island will not sponsor applications for work visas. Additionally, applicants for employment with Gulf Island must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Accordingly, Gulf Island will not consider applications from candidates who require the company to sponsor a work visa and who are not currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Gulf island is not accepting unsolicited candidates from search firms for posted employment opportunities. Please no phone calls or emails.
All resumes submitted by search firms to Gulf Island employees via email, the internet, or any other form and / or method without a valid written search agreement in place for the position will be deemed the sole property of Gulf Island.
No recruiting placement fee will be paid in the event Gulf Island hires the candidate due to the referral or through other means.
Last updated : 2024-04-23
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