Welder Foreman

Overview :

Massman Construction Co. is looking for an experienced Welder Foreman to join our team. This is a field foreman position.

Location :

Work will be located in Massman's New Orleans yard (located at 4720 River Road, Jefferson, LA 70121).

Primary Responsibilities :

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and schematics
• Read and interpret technical manuals as applicable.
• Perform welding operations on a variety of metals and alloys
• Inspect welds for accuracy and quality
• Handle relevant employee discipline and / or coaching needs in a timely manner
• Help drive crew productivity
• Provide daily leadership and focus on strong work ethic and positive morale for crew
• Promote an Incident and Injury Free (IIF) work environment
• Ensure adherence to all company and customer policies and procedures by crew

Additional Education & Experience Requirements :

• Must have 4+ years of welding experience
• Must successfully pass a weld test
• Must be able to Stick and Mig weld on pipe
• Must have a thorough knowledge of various metal characteristics and qualities including the correct welding processes required and the effects of welding on the material
• Experience with fabrication of structural steel components
• Full knowledge of fitting and ability to execute with accuracy
• Valid Driver's License and clean driving record
• Willingness to travel to work sites as required; job locations may vary
• Detail-oriented, excellent problem-solving skills, and ability to work with minimal supervision
• Must be able to work at heights as required

Physical Demands / Working Environment :

• Must be capable of walking, stepping, climbing, or otherwise moving from one location on the job site to another, and normally involves physically getting onto and off barges, boats, vessels, or dock facilities of varying heights and access parameters
• Standing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, climbing, or sitting for long periods of time
• Climbing vertical ladders to heights of 20'-25''
• Working in confined spaces and elevated heights
• Lifting and carrying objects up to 50 lbs. as required
• Must be able to wear safety gear (PPE)
• Working around, above, or in water conditions

Massman Construction Co. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

It is the employment policy and practice of Massman Construction Co. to recruit and to hire qualified employees without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other classes protected by applicable law, and to not discriminate with respect to compensation and opportunities for advancement, including upgrading, promotion and transfers.

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