Structural Welder/Fabricator

About the position

The Structural Welder/Fabricator position at Advantage Resourcing involves precision welding and fabrication of structural components, with a focus on assembling hydraulic systems. This direct-hire opportunity is ideal for skilled welders looking to advance their careers in a dynamic work environment in Ruston, Louisiana.

Responsibilities

• Precisely align parts utilizing tools such as jacks, turnbuckles, wedges, drift pins, pry bars, and hammers to meet specifications for proper assembly as per blueprints.
• Execute welding tasks on various materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, and copper-nickel pipe, ensuring high-quality welds per engineering drawings.
• Fabricate parts and equipment, particularly focusing on thin metals like aluminum, using appropriate processes.
• Fit and align components according to engineering drawings, emphasizing large-scale pipes, and utilizing hardwire and flux core welding.
• Proficiently weld a variety of materials including titanium, steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
• Assemble electromechanical and hydraulic systems with meticulous precision.
• Construct patterns/templates to fulfill project requisites and design templates/patterns to optimize workflow efficiency.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in fitting and structural welding, including assembling hydraulic systems, structures, and conveyors.
• Proficiency in welding techniques and practices, capable of passing a written fitting test.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and familiarity with common welding tools and procedures.
• Aptitude to thrive in a fast-paced work environment with meticulous attention to detail and precision.
• Capable of frequent heavier lifting (50+ pounds) and standing, kneeling, and crouching.
• Flexible availability to work 1st shift/2nd shift/days/nights/weekends.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending account
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off