Welding Jobs in Bossier City, LA

A Welder in the construction industry plays a vital role in the building and repairing of structures, equipment, and various types of machinery. They use intense heat to fuse metal pieces together, following detailed schematic drawings to assemble structural metal products, such as frameworks or shells for machinery or metal parts for buildings or bridges. A knowledgeable welder not only performs welding tasks but also handles materials planning, preparation, and setup for welding. They also ensure the use of correct welding procedures to meet specifications, inspect structures or materials to be welded, and maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.

Key skills for a Welder include manual dexterity, technical skills, physical strength and stamina, attention to detail, and effective communication skills. Welders should be adept at using hand and power tools and have a keen understanding of metallurgy and welding techniques. Most employers require welders to have a high school diploma or equivalent and to complete vocational training or an apprenticeship in welding. Some jobs may also require Welding Certification from a recognized institution such as the American Welding Society (AWS). Prior to becoming a Welder, a person might work as a Welder's Helper, Welding Intern, or a Fabricator.

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Welder

  • Shreveport, LA (5 miles from Bossier City, LA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Shreveport, LA (5 miles from Bossier City, LA)
  • 14 hours ago

Job Scope: MIG, TIG, Stick & Structural Welding Air Arc Repair Welding Pipe & Mechanical Flat/Vertical Carbon Steel Requirements: Basic Tools for the Trade Proper PPE must be worn: Have your own Hood...

Hard Banding Welder

  • Shreveport, LA (5 miles from Bossier City, LA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA (5 miles from Bossier City, LA)
  • 2 days ago

industry. - Proficiency in operating automatic and semi-automatic welding equipment for hardbanding applications. - Knowledge of welding techniques, metallurgy, and materials used in hardbanding processes...

Welder

  • Shreveport, LA (5 miles from Bossier City, LA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA (5 miles from Bossier City, LA)
  • 23 days ago

Weld all necessary components including floors, walls, and roofs as specified in blueprints. Utilize grinders to smooth welds. General housekeeping/cleaning tasks....

Fabricator

  • Bossier City, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bossier City, LA
  • 45+ days ago

Fabricator Bossier City, LA Description Job Summary: The Fabricator will maintain a neat and orderly work area and fabricate parts to tolerance based on the requirements of the blue. When t are...

Welder/Fitter A - SBSU

  • Bossier City, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bossier City, LA
  • 45+ days ago

Welds other products in other areas, using either Flux-Cored Arc Welding or Gas Metal Arc Welding process....

Welder/Fitter

  • Bossier City, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bossier City, LA
  • 45+ days ago

Welds other products in other areas, using either Flux-Cored Arc Welding or Gas Metal Arc Welding process....

Welder Trainee

  • Bossier City, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bossier City, LA
  • 45+ days ago

Uses oxy-fuel torch to pre-heat parts to be welded in accordance with welding procedure specifications (WPS). Uses GMAW welding process to weld small components or assemblies....

Welder C

  • Bossier City, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bossier City, LA
  • 90+ days ago

Uses oxy-fuel torch to pre-heat parts to be welded in accordance with welding procedure specifications (WPS). Uses GMAW welding process (Spray Arc transfer) to weld components or assemblies....

Demographic Data for Bossier City, LA

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Salary for Welding Jobs in Bossier City, LA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Weldings in Bossier City, LA offer the following education background
High School or GED
40.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
30.5%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Bachelor's Degree
8.9%
Some College
2.8%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Some High School
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.2%


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