Fabricator Jobs in Louisiana

A Fabricator in the maintenance and installation industry is responsible for designing, creating, and assembling various parts and structures made from raw materials like metal, plastic, and more. They interpret blueprints, specifications, and diagrams to accurately manufacture and install parts or structures. Fabricators usually work with heavy machinery such as grinders, drill presses, and other cutting machines. They perform quality checks on finished products and repair any faults or discrepancies. Regular maintenance of equipment and complying with safety regulations and standards are also an integral part of their role.

Important skills for a Fabricator include mechanical skills, physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to read and interpret blueprints. They should also have good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity. Some certifications that could be beneficial for a Fabricator include a Certification in Fabrication and Welding Technology, a Certificate in Sheet Metal Technology, or other relevant qualifications. Before becoming a Fabricator, a person may have roles such as a Machine Operator, a Welder, or an Apprentice in Fabrication.

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Diesel Mechanic

  • Alexandria, LA
  • 25 days ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 25 days ago

We are looking for a highly skilled Diesel Mechanic to join our team in Alexandria, LA. Monday Friday, occasional Saturdays. 3:00 p.m. start time, working 10-12 hours a day, 50- 60 hours a week....

Diesel Mechanic - 5k Stay On Bonus

  • Bridge City, LA
  • 28 days ago
  • Bridge City, LA
  • 28 days ago

We are looking for a highly skilled Diesel Mechanic to join our team in Bridge City, LA. ***Offering a $5,000 Stay On Bonus!*** Schedule is Monday Friday, rotating Saturdays. Working 10-12 hours a...

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

  • Monroe, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Monroe, LA
  • 45+ days ago

We are looking for a highly skilled Heavy to join our team in Monroe, LA. at our landfill. First shift, starting at 10:00 a.m. Working 10-12 hours a day, 50- 60 hours a week. Monday Friday,...

Diesel Mechanic Technician Class B

  • Harahan, LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Harahan, LA
  • 60+ days ago

Performs routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries and lubricating equipment and machinery requiring the use of hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges,...

Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic Leader

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 hours ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 hours ago

This position is located at the VA Medical Center in New Orleans, LA. The person in this position is a working leader in charge of all work performed by the Air Conditioning, Heating, Ventilation,...

Senior Field Mechanic in Sulphur, LA

  • Sulphur, LA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Sulphur, LA
  • 3 hours ago

Experience performing major and minor repairs on diesel and gas engines, electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, as well as drive trains is required....

Rebar Fabricator Lead

  • Slidell, LA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Slidell, LA
  • 12 hours ago

Perform quality inspections of completed work so that the correct quantity of correctly fabricated and correctly tagged material will be shipped to the proper customers destination....

Manual Machinist

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 17 hours ago

Manual Machinist Category:Light Industrial Location:Lafayette, LA 70506 Pay:$27.00 Hourly Posted:5 days ago Status:Open Description Manual Machinist Have experience operating manual machines in...

Mechanic

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 17 hours ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 17 hours ago

Responsibilities of the Mechanic include, but are not limited to: Repair, fabricate, install and remove a variety of centrifugal, gear, diaphragm, and reciprocating pumps as well as other related rotating...

Small Engine Mechanic

  • Bossier City, LA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Bossier City, LA
  • 17 hours ago

Small Engine Mechanic Category:Light Industrial Location:Bossier City, LA 71111 Pay:$17.00 Hourly Posted:4 days ago Status:Open Description Small Engine Mechanic Calling all Small Engine Mechanics...

HVAC Mechanic 2 - Lake Main Campus

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 18 hours ago

Has a thorough knowledge of the operation of variable and constant air volume terminal units and is experienced in testing and calibrating both pneumatic and direct digital controls associated with...

Heavy Equipment Mechanic, , Sign-on Bonus up to $5k!

  • Davant, LA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Davant, LA
  • 18 hours ago

Advanced knowledge of hand tools, air tools, precision measuring tools and instruments, diagnostic software, cranes and rigging equipment....

2nd Shift MIG Welder - Production

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 22 hours ago

Gas metal arc welding, flux cored arc welding. Assemble and MIG weld parts in accordance with blueprints, drawings and verbal instruction. Conduct quality inspections of work....

Mechanic (Welder experience preferred) - Myrtle Grove, LA

  • Davant, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Davant, LA
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications Minimum of 1 year of industrial maintenance experience; experience in the stevedoring industry is preferred....

Apprentice CNC Machinist

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES for Apprentice CNC Machinist: Safely learn to set up, program, adjust, and operate CNC lathes and mills....

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Salary for Fabricator Jobs in Louisiana

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Highest Education Level

Fabricators in Louisiana offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.2%
Associate's Degree
17.6%
Bachelor's Degree
11.0%
Master's Degree
3.0%
Some College
1.8%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%


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