1st Class Aluminum Welder

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

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

Position Summary:

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..

Essential Functions:

• 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.

Requirements:

• 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.

AAA USA is an in-situ manufacturing company that offers specialized subcontracting and technical assistance services related to industrialization, production and supplier monitoring processes in the Aerospace and Transportation sector.With over 1,000 employees, AAA USA draws its strength from the AAA European Group, a major player in the industry for 25 years. The Group generates more than 350 million dollars of annual revenue and employs over 3,500 people throughout the world. Supported by the international expertise of the AAA Group, we offer our customers the benefit of a proven approach to deliver a high-quality finished product. Our In-situ approach that focuses on productivity, on-time delivery, quality and efficiency has given us a leading position at our clients’ facilities and operations.