Acadian Contractors, Inc.

Overview

We are seeking a skilled Field Structural Welder with experience in fabrication and structural welding to join our team at Acadian Contractors, Inc. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring welding processes and procedures are followed accurately, producing high-quality welds, and collaborating with team members to complete projects efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Verify welding processes and procedures required for each project in coordination with the Shop Foreman and QA/QC Representative.
• Assist with and verify fit-up of components prior to weld-out as necessary.
• Complete and inspect all weld passes to meet required specifications and standards.
• Accurately interpret drawings, welding symbols, and understand weld map and Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) requirements.
• Select appropriate welding wire and adjust welding machines according to job specifications.
• Operate arc gouging equipment as needed.
• Properly use hand tools, grinders, and welding equipment with safety and precision.
• Assist welders and fitters in cleaning, moving, clamping, holding, and preparing workpieces.
• Perform welding on carbon, alloy, and stainless steel materials, including plates, sheets, shapes, and fabricated steel parts.
• Produce welds in flat, horizontal, and vertical positions using gas-shielded flux core wire welding procedures.
• Clean completed welds using grinders or brushes where required.
• Apply appropriate welding sequences to minimize shrinkage or distortion during fabrication.
• Inspect and maintain welding equipment at the start of every shift.
• Clean and stencil/stamp completed welds per specifications.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in fabrication, preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in FCAW (Flux Core Arc Welding) and SMAW (Stick Welding) procedures, including 6GR.
• Experience with welding subsea equipment is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of structural fabrication and welding techniques.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and welding symbols.
• Knowledge of welding processes and material properties for carbon, alloy, and stainless steel.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safety standards and proper equipment handling.

Additional Information

• Field Location: Cape Canaveral, FL