What are the responsibilities and job description for the Marine Welder position at AAA USA?
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 Holidayst.
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.
Salary : $29 - $36