United Talent Staffing is seeking MIG Welders in the Harahan, LA area!

Welders perform numerous activities required in repair, maintenance, and rebuilding of marine boats and barges. They work 8-hour shifts in groups of 1 to 6 people depending upon job requirements and performing welding activities in all positions, climbing ladders and scaffolds, lifting heavy equipment including chain hoists and large wrenches from floor to waist to overhead, swinging 16lb sledgehammers in awkward positions, and performing gripping activities with both hands in utilization of cutting, burning, and welding activities.

Job Responsibilities:

Occasional lift/carry propeller wrenches 68 lbs. to 120 lbs. and/or 3-to-5-ton chain falls weighing 60 to 80 lbs. 100+ ft.

Occasional lifting 3-to-5-ton chain falls overhead from a step ladder with the aid of another employee. Swinging of 16lb sledgehammer repetitively to tighten and loosen large nuts.

Crawling on hands and knees 100+ ft. Lying on your back on creepers pushing the creeper 100+ ft with working in confined spaces down to 18” in height.

Climbing in and out of round manholes with inside diameter of 18 inches and work in internally confined spaces. Performing work duties in awkward positions for extended lengths of time.

Pulling chain hoists with repetitive pull-down forces of 60 to 80 lbs.

Traverse gangways and scaffolding at varying heights; negotiate uneven heights between dock and vessel; and negotiate uneven surfaces. Frequent standing and walking on awkward, slick, and uneven surfaces.

Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, kneeling, and working in awkward positions.

Maneuver around 30" obstructions and 24" frames.

Ascend and work at heights of up to 40 feet.

Manipulate and operate all machines and tools essential to the performance of the position of Welder such as: Sledge, Hammer, Welding Leads, Oxygen/Acetylene gauge, Welding Hood, Welding Rods, Cutting Torch, Leaf Break, Welder Gloves, Air Tools Bench, Grinders, Forklift, Socket Sets, Vices Micrometers, Cherry Picker, Calipers, Hand Tools, Welding Machines, Hand Grinders, Chain Hoist, Come-a-Long

Pay and Shift:

Day shift- Monday-Friday, 7:00am- 3:30pm

Requirements:

· High school diploma or GED

· Must pass a drug screen.

· Flexible schedule

· Comprehend blueprints, sketches, and templates.

Perks & Benefits:

· Medical benefits after 60 days on assignment

· Referral bonuses – if you refer a friend after you have worked 40 hours, and then they work 140 hours – you can get an extra $140 on your next paycheck! No cap on referrals!

· Weekly Pay

How to Apply: If you are a dependable, hard worker and believe that you have what it would take to excel in this role, please call or text us at 404-940-1040 to schedule an interview! You can also apply at utalent.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 1 year
• 2 years

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• New Orleans, LA 70123: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Welding: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

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