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Company Overview

CB&I delivers integrated storage and asset‑management solutions that help customers operate safely, reliably, and efficiently across the lifecycle of their facilities. Through our two global business units - Storage Solutions, the world leader in tanks, terminals, and storage systems, and Asset Solutions, a leading provider of operations, management, wells and decommissioning services - we combine technical excellence with execution capability to extend asset life, optimize performance, and maximize value.

Overview

Lays out, aligns, and welds components for piping systems, pipe supports, fixtures, valves, etc for process LNG piping systems, according to blueprints and metallurgy. Must always work safely and possess superior quality and production on X-ray pipe welding.

Responsibilities

Selects type and size of pipe or other related materials and equipment according to specifications. Selects equipment and plans layouts, assembly, and welding, applying knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal machining, and welding techniques. May be required to use Gas-Metal Arc, Flux-Cored Arc, Gas-Tungsten Arc, Submerged Arc, Shielded Metal Arc, or Regulated Metal Deposition (RMD) MIG welding processes. Lays out, positions, aligns and fits components together in various body positions. Bolts, clamps and welds together metal components of products such as piping systems, plate, pipe and tube or structural shapes, using arc and arc gas welding equipment. May weld in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead position. May tack weld assemblies together. Connects cable from welding unit to obtain amperage, voltage, slope and pulse as specified by procedure or supervisor. Obtains specified electrode and inserts electrode into portable holder or threads consumable electrode wire through portable welding gun. Starts power supply to produce electric current. Strikes arc which generates heat to melt and deposit metal from electrode to work piece and join edges of work piece. Manually guides electrode or gun along weld-line, maintaining length of arc and speed and movement to form specified depth of fusion and bead, as judged from color of metal, sound of weld, and size of molten puddle. May manually apply filler rod to supply weld metal. May clean or degrease weld joint or workplace, using wire brush, portable grinder, or chemical bath. May repair broken or cracked parts and fill holes. May remove excess weld, defective weld material, slag and spatter, using carbon arc gouge, hand scrapper, grinder or power chipper. May preheat work piece, using hand torch or heating furnace. May cut metal plates or structural shapes. Examines weld for bead size and other specifications. Loads, transports and unloads material, tools, equipment and supplies. May assist in lifting, positioning and securing of materials and work pieces during installation. Performs minor maintenance or cleaning activities of tools and equipment. Assists other mechanics as needed. Respiratory protection is common and may be required. Required to pass employer performance tests or standard tests to meet certification standards. Performs only procedures certified in. Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

Technical Certification or NCCER preferred but not required High School Diploma or equivalent preferred Previous years of experience in the field or in a related area Have knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy. Capable of certifying on multi-process pipe. Being proficient in SMAW, GTAW and GMAW welding processes. May require x-ray qualities. Make decisions based on measurable criteria. Apply basic mathematics to solve problems. Plan work and select proper tools. Visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings. Compare and see differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

Skills and Behaviors

Physical Requirements

NP=Not Present, O=Occasionally (0-33%), F=Frequently (34-66%), C=Constantly (67-100%)

Standing

C

Walking

O

Sitting

O

Pushing

F

Pulling

F

Climbing

F

Balancing

F

Bending

F

Stooping

F

Kneeling

F

Crouching

O

Crawling

O

Reaching

C

Handling

F

Fingering

O

Feeling

C

Vision

C

Hearing

C

Lifting (lbs.)

Carrying (lbs.)

0-10lbs

F

0-10lbs

F

10-20lbs

F

10-20lbs

O

25-50lbs

O

25-50lbs

O

50-100lbs

NP

50-100lbs

NP

100lbs+

NP

100lbs+

NP

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Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs across Louisiana currently run a median of $29/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $25–$33/hr across 25 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Cameron, LA

We're tracking 10 other active welding openings in Cameron, LA right now, from 3 different employers. 1 of them was added in the last week. Across Louisiana as a whole we're tracking 91 other active welding openings from 54 employers. A metro this active generally means you have real leverage — employers here are competing for the same welders. Browse every welding job in Cameron, or widen the search to Louisiana.

The most active employers in Louisiana at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are PALA Interstate (8), Worley (6), and GrayWolf (5). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

What you'll be running

This posting calls for MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux-Core work. MIG (GMAW) feeds a continuous wire electrode through a shielding-gas nozzle. It lays down metal fast and is forgiving on clean material, which is why it dominates production and light fabrication work. TIG (GTAW) uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode with filler added by hand, giving the operator the most control of any process. It is slow, demanding, and the standard for stainless, aluminum, and anything where the bead has to look as good as it holds.

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