Marine Welder

Must be willing to travel/temporarily relocate to Lockport, LA or Pascagoula, MS.

• Paid Travel and lodging assistance available.
• Long and Short-Term Contracts.
• Immediate placement.
• PTO.
• Paid Holidays.
• Health Benefit.

AAA United States, Inc. has partnered with a company in Lockport, LA that is the leading provider of quality construction, manufacturing, engineering, repair, and conversion products and services to the marine industry.

A 1st Class Aluminum Welder is responsible for welding aluminum structural components used in shipbuilding and marine fabrication.

• Perform MIG and TIG welding on aluminum components for shipbuilding and marine structures.
• 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.
• Inspect welds for quality, defects, and compliance with standards.
• Perform repairs or rework on defective welds as needed.
• Operate welding equipment and tools safely and efficiently.
• Work in confined spaces, heights, and various shipyard conditions.
• Follow all safety procedures, including PPE and OSHA regulations.

• 3+ years of aluminum welding experience shipyard preferred.
• Strong experience with MIG (GMAW) and/or TIG (GTAW) aluminum welding.
• 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.