Welder Jobs in Lafayette, LA

A Welder in the maintenance and installation industry is responsible for performing various welding tasks to repair, install, and maintain metal structures and equipment. They use different techniques like MIG, TIG, and stick welding to join metal parts together, ensuring that they fit accurately according to the design specifications. Welders also inspect structures or materials to determine any potential faults, repair worn-out parts, and test welded surfaces for any flaws. They need to follow safety rules and regulations, maintain a clean work environment and may also be required to read and interpret blueprints and sketches.

Important skills for a Welder include manual dexterity, attention to detail, ability to use hand and power tools, good eyesight, physical stamina, and knowledge of metallurgy and welding techniques. They should also have good understanding of safety procedures and regulations. As for certifications, many employers require a high school diploma or equivalent, and Welders usually need to complete a welding training program. Obtaining a certificate or associate's degree in welding technology, or a certification from a recognized body such as the American Welding Society, can significantly enhance their job prospects. Prior to becoming a Welder, a person might have roles as a Welder's Helper, Machinist, or Construction Laborer.

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Welder Journeyman

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 2 days ago

**Overview** The Welder Journeyman is responsible for installations, alterations, additions and/or repairs of electrical systems, conductors and associated materials and equipment within the residential...

Apprentice Welder

  • New Iberia, LA (24 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Iberia, LA (24 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 3 days ago

tools, grinders and welding equipment Assist Welders and Fitters in cleaning, moving, holding, clamping and preparing work pieces Required to work at elevated heights up to 75ft Add'l duties and responsibilities...

Structural Welder

  • New Iberia, LA (24 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Iberia, LA (24 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 3 days ago

tools, grinders and welding equipment Assist Welders and Fitters in cleaning, moving, holding, clamping and preparing work pieces Required to work at elevated heights up to 75ft Add'l duties and responsibilities...

Diesel Mechanic - Houma, LA

  • Youngsville, LA (11 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Youngsville, LA (11 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 3 days ago

Mistras is a turnkey maintenance company offering comprehensive services to the oil, gas, and petrochemical industry. Mistras employs a professional team of highly trained and experienced...

Pipe Welder

  • New Iberia, LA (24 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 5 days ago
  • New Iberia, LA (24 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 5 days ago

welding products Familiar with the quality requirements of our pipe welds and able to meet these requirements and to determine whether they are being met as the work progresses Required to work at...

Offshore Combo Welder

  • Broussard, LA (8 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Broussard, LA (8 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 5 days ago

tools (chipping hammers, grinders, etc.)...

Facilities Maintenance Repairman

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 5 days ago

**COMMUNICATION REGARDING TEST INFORMATION WILL BE SENT VIA EMAIL** PURPOSE AND NATURE OF WORK Positions in this class perform maintenance and repair of Lafayette Consolidated Government buildings...

Compressor Mechanic

  • Broussard, LA (8 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Broussard, LA (8 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 7 days ago

The wage is $35.00/hour - 2 weeks on and 2 weeks off. We will pay for the time they are off. Craft and Technical Solutions is an established Marine and Industrial Staffing Company with offices all...

Mine Mechanic B - Diesel Mechanic

  • New Iberia, LA (24 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 9 days ago
  • New Iberia, LA (24 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 9 days ago

.- Has knowledge of the use of mechanics hand tools.- May interpret construction and installation instructions, read and work from blueprints, and has a working knowledge of shop mathematics.- May do...

HVAC-R Mechanic- OLGMC

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 12 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 12 days ago

Ability to and experience with and able to properly and safely use all hand tools, including electric and pneumatic power tools, all testing equipment related to HVAC-R troubleshooting, performing Preventive...

CNC Machinist

  • Broussard, LA (8 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Broussard, LA (8 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 13 days ago

OPPORTUNITY!! Spherion is seeking Full Time, Temp to Hire CNC Machinists for the Broussard area! The candidates MUST have either recently graduated from school in machining or have at least 1 year...

Tool Assembler I

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 15 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 15 days ago

Tool Assembler I Superior Completion Services Position Overview: Superior Completion Services is currently seeking a Tool Assembler 1 - Completions Services for our Completion's Office in...

Production Welder - Senior Production Welder

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 16 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 16 days ago

Depending on education, experience, and skill level, a variety of job opportunities might be available, including Production Welder or Senior Production Welder....

Per Diem Aluminum Welder

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 17 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 17 days ago

Essential Skills 5 years of MIG welding experience. 6 years of aluminum welding experience. 3 years of mirror welding experience. Proficiency in MIG and TIG welding....

CNC Machinist (Associate - Senior)

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 19 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 19 days ago

We are looking for the right people people who want to innovate, achieve, grow and lead. We attract and retain the best talent by investing in our employees and empowering them to develop...

Demographic Data for Lafayette, LA

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Welder Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Offshore inspector learning Welders Guide
Underwater welding is a specialized and highly skilled technique used to repair or join metal structures submerged in water, typically in environments like offshore oil rigs, pipelines, ships, or...
Blueprint Reading for Welders Basic Lines, Views and Symbols
If you are just starting out in the welding world, odds are that at some point in your career you will be required to read welding blueprints in order to complete your job. At the end of the...
W. Q.T. Welder Qualification Test Performance test Course
In a refinery, welding is a critical task that requires strict adherence to quality standards to ensure the integrity and safety of piping and structural components. Welder qualification tests are...

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Salary for Welder Jobs in Lafayette, LA

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Highest Education Level

Welders in Lafayette, LA offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.1%
Associate's Degree
17.7%
Bachelor's Degree
11.3%
Master's Degree
3.0%
Some College
1.8%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%


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