Welding Jobs in Louisiana

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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Maintenance Welder

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 19 hours ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 19 hours ago

Your Responsibilities: Assesses equipment, structures, materials, and job specifications for appropriate welding positions and methods Set up components for welding according to specifications (e.g....

Tube Welder

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 hours ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 hours ago

Execute mirror welding tasks when required within the project. Essential Skills Proficiency in GTAW welding techniques. Experience in steel, aluminum, and inconel welding....

Welder

  • Geismar, LA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Geismar, LA
  • 4 hours ago

Duties & Responsibilities: Create quality welds in accordance with drawings, specifications, applicable codes and standards, etc., and have welds pass inspection/examination in accordance with ASME...

Pipe Welder

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 6 hours ago

Hand, Submerged Arc (welding); Welder, Plasma Arc (welding); Welder, Shielded-Metal Arc (welding)....

WELDER COMBINATION - Austin Industrial - Bayer

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 14 hours ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 14 hours ago

Specific Duties and Responsibilities: Uses spot welding gun or hand, electric, or gas welding equipment to weld or tack weld pieces together....

Metal Fabricator

  • Port Allen, LA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Port Allen, LA
  • 16 hours ago

Metal Fabricator Automation Personnel Services is looking for a Metal Fabricator for a company based in Baton Rouge, LA. In this role, you will have the opportunity to The Metal Fabricator...

MIG / TIG Welder - Ascension Parish - B094

  • Geismar, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Geismar, LA
  • 1 day ago

improve skills to become an integral part of the overall success of company Experience and Requirements we are looking for for this position: MINIMUM of 1 year of MIG welding experience, and have PROVEN...

Hard Banding Welder

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 1 day 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...

Carbon and Stainless-Steel Welders

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 1 day ago

Pass a Performance weld test Responsibilities: Weld along vertical, horizontal, or overhead weld lines. Examine weld for bead size and other specifications....

Ornamental ironwork welder

  • Jefferson, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Jefferson, LA
  • 1 day ago

Welding experience necessary. Must be familiar with residential construction, be able to follow directions and read a tape accurately....

Tube Welders

  • Slidell, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Slidell, LA
  • 1 day ago

JOB DESCRIPTION Utilize GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) methods to weld tubing components with exceptional precision....

SR TIG Welder Non Local CONUS

  • Slidell, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Slidell, LA
  • 1 day ago

Ability to certify in the following: SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) FCAW (Flux Core Arc Welding) or Silver Brazing Knowledge of P-3 joint with a permanent backing...

Welder - Combo

  • Port Allen, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Port Allen, LA
  • 2 days ago

More information about this job Overview The Combo Welder must be trained in a variety of welding processes, including arc welding and oxy-fuel welding depending on the material being used....

Ornamental ironwork welder

  • Jefferson, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Jefferson, LA
  • 2 days ago

Welding experience necessary. Must be familiar with residential construction, be able to follow directions and read a tape accurately....

Welder/Fabricator

  • West Monroe, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • West Monroe, LA
  • 2 days ago

Welder/Fabricator West Monroe, LA Description Welder/Fabricator #westaffjobs Pay: $12 - $18 DOE Hours: 7:30AM-4:30PM M-F Requirements: Welding experience, specifically Stick and Mig welding Ability...

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Salary for Welding Jobs in Louisiana

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Highest Education Level

Weldings in Louisiana 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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