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Skills
Blueprintsunmatched
Grindingunmatched
Heavy Equipment/Vehiclesunmatched
Industry Standardsunmatched
Weldingunmatched
Willing to Travelunmatched
Description
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.