Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:Pipe Welder 

Location: 17102 LA-330, Abbeville, LA 70510

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Welder with a strong background in structural fabrication and pipe welding. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in welding procedures, inspection, and maintaining quality standards throughout all stages of the welding process. This position requires a high level of precision, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.    Acadian Contractors, Inc. maintains a continuing policy of non-discrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity to protected veterans in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of non-discrimination shall include, but not be limited to, the following employment decisions and practices: hiring; promotions; demotions or transfers; layoffs; recalls; terminations; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; selection for training, including apprenticeship; and recruitment or recruitment advertising. All employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements.  

Key Responsibilities

• Verify welding process/procedure required for each project through the Shop Foreman and Shop QA/QC Representative (to be noted on each Fabrication Traveler issued with drawings).
• Verify or assist with the verification of fit-up prior to weld-out as required.
• Complete and inspect all weld passes.
• Verify the correct Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) before beginning welding tasks.
• Be ultimately responsible for the quality and completeness of work, including removal of any buckshot.
• Ensure 100% penetration is achieved on all pipe welds, including hydro-welds.
• Inspect all welding equipment (e.g., welding machines, leads, flux-core boxes, grinders) at the start of every shift.
• Clean and apply stencil/stamp 3/8” from every weld upon completion. Welds must also be marked every three (3) feet along the weld length.
• Show up to work on time and as scheduled.
• Complete and discuss a thorough Job Safety and Environmental Analysis (JSEA) prior to starting each task.
• Maintain a positive attitude towards customers and the company.
• Sweep and maintain a clean, safe work area daily or as needed.

Qualifications

• Preferably a minimum of 2 years of experience in fabrication.
• Proficient in TIG (GTAW) welding procedures.
• Proficient in Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) procedures.
• Experience welding subsea equipment.
• Ability to learn and perform other welding procedures such as stainless and Inconel welding.

HSE Responsibilities

• Embrace, lead, and demonstrate “Acadian F.I.R.S.T.” – Vision & Mission Statement as fundamental core values.
• Demonstrate visible leadership and support proactive safety processes (JSA, Time Out & TEAM BBS Observations) to achieve an incident-free workplace and advance our safety culture.
• Adhere to all Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Management System policies, procedures, safe work practices, and client-specific regulatory requirements.
• Make a personal commitment and be accountable for HSE results, driving toward the achievement of defined goals. Clearly communicate these goals through direct reports, while coaching, mentoring, and empowering others to achieve desired outcomes.
• Conduct periodic quality assessments of HSE processes to enhance personal coaching and mentoring effectiveness and demonstrate ownership in the successful implementation of HSE programs.

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Job Tags

Full time, For contractors, Apprenticeship, Local area, Shift work

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