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Tack Welder

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BOLLINGER MISSISSIPPI SHIPBUILDING LLC

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United States , Houma

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Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated FCAW/SMAW Tack Welder with at least 3 months of tack welding experience. The candidate will provide essential support to ship fitters by assisting with tacking, grinding, and other welding-related duties as directed. This role requires the ability to perform tack-welding tasks in various positions and to work safely and efficiently in a shipyard environment.

Job Responsibility:

  • Assist ship fitters with tacking, grinding, and other tack-welding related tasks
  • Perform SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) and/or FCAW (Fluxcore) tack welding of T-joints in vertical and overhead positions, with the vertical position welded using downhill progression
  • Maintain a safe and clean work environment by following all safety guidelines and protocols
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 3 months of experience in tack welding
  • Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in SMAW and/or FCAW tack welding by passing a hands-on T-join test in the vertical and overhead positions

Nice to have:

  • Familiarity with basic welding and fitting processes is preferred
  • Experience with tack welding processes is a plus
What we offer:
  • Competitive Pay
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package
  • Pay for Skills
  • Career Development
  • Cutting-Edge Projects
  • Positive Work Environment & Company Values

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 27, 2025

Work Type:
On-site work
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