Welder jobs in Shreveport, LA

Welder joins, fabricates, and repairs metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques. Interprets blueprints, specifications, diagrams or schematics to determine appropriate welding process. Being a Welder inspects completed welds to determine structural soundness. Familiar with and complies with all safety requirements and protocols for working in a hazardous environment. Additionally, Welder may prepare the materials and set up for a welding device or robot. May be required to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty. Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Welder works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Welder
  • Gordon, Inc.
  • Bossier, LA FULL_TIME
  • Job Summary:

    The Welder will weld, cut, and braze metal pieces and products by using flame-cutting and hand welding equipment.  

    Duties/Responsibilities:

    • MIG & TIG welding
    • Plans details of work order procedures; gathers required tools and materials based on instructions and specifications provided for the job.
    • Repairs and fabricates various items and equipment using cutting, burning, and welding techniques and equipment.
    • Monitors the welding, burning, and fitting process to ensure parts are not overheated or damaged by warping, distortion, expansion, or shrinkage.
    • Prepares, assembles, and tacks weld parts and surfaces to be welded.
    • Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area.
    • Notifies supervisor when faulty equipment or defective materials are discovered.
    • Make sure floor is free of obstructions, maintain good housekeeping.
    • Maintain orderly tool area.
    • Follows all safety rules.
    • Understands and follows Job Safety Analysis for this position.
    • Wears welding helmet and eye protection and any other designated PPE.
    • Performs other related duties as assigned.
    Required Skills/Abilities: 

    • Thorough understanding of machines and tools used in welding including designs, uses, maintenance and repair.  This includes Architectural metals:  Aluminum Extrusions, Aluminum Plate-Light (.020) through Heavy (.125) gauge, Plain Carbon Steel – Gauge Material ranging from 10-ga. To 28-ga, Stainless – 304 / 316 light through heavy gauge
    • Basic understanding of design techniques, principles, and tools necessary for the precise production of technical plans, drawings, models and blueprints.
    • Fit and weld according to drawing specifications
    • Successful weld test required.
    • Excellent ability to read and listen to assignments given in a variety of forms.
    • Basic understanding of mathematics as related to welding assignments.
    • Detail-oriented and consistent.
    • Works well as a productive member of a team.  
    • Ability to properly maintain and perform basic repairs on equipment.  
    • Must be able to read a tape measure
    • Must have excellent hand-eye coordination.
    • Must be able to weld components that are vertical, flat, or overhead.  
    • Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.
    • Must be able to see details at close range.
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Welder - SBSU
  • SABRE INDUSTRIES INC
  • Bossier, LA FULL_TIME
  • Essential Duties: Ability to plan, organize, pay attention to details and multi-task in a fast-paced work environment.Works Independently with minimal supervision once assignments or responsibilities ...
  • 19 Days Ago
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Rigger / Welder
  • Steel Dynamics, Inc.
  • Hope, AR FULL_TIME
  • Overview Full time rigging table position. Responsibilities Rigging/welding joist Small line repairs Cleaning Qualifications Ability to make quick decisions in a fast paced, team oriented work environ...
  • 1 Month Ago
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Welder/Fitter - SBSU
  • SABRE INDUSTRIES INC
  • Bossier, LA FULL_TIME
  • Essential Duties: Ability to plan, organize, pay attention to details and multi-task in a fast-paced work environment.Works Independently with minimal supervision once assignments or responsibilities ...
  • 18 Days Ago
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Welder 1 - MFG
  • Alloy Piping Products
  • Shreveport, LA FULL_TIME
  • PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Welding and fabrication using oxyacetylene or electric welding equipment. Lay out, cut, file, and prepare materials for welding. Fabricates a variety of regular and irregular ...
  • 5 Days Ago
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Quality Engineer
  • Actalent
  • Shreveport, LA
  • Quality Engineer Description: Desired Characteristics • Bachelor's degree required • Must have a minimum of 3 years expe...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Welder 1 - MFG
  • Alloy Piping Products
  • Shreveport, LA
  • PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Welding and fabrication using oxyacetylene or electric welding equipment. Lay out, cut, file, a...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Field Service Mechanic - Louisiana
  • Sudden Service Inc.
  • Bossier City, LA
  • Taylor Sudden Service provides exclusive worldwide distribution of genuine Taylor OEM parts and forklift service for equ...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Welder
  • Warehouse
  • Shreveport, LA
  • Job Description Job Description Privately owned company with lots of room for growth! This is a great opportunity for in...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Welder
  • Progress Rail Services Corporation
  • Waskom, TX
  • Job Purpose This position is responsible to operate various hand-welding and flame-cutting equipment to weld, fabricate ...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Welder
  • Tradesmen International, Inc.
  • Shreveport, LA
  • Description: Tradesmen International is looking to expand our team of qualified Trade Professionals for current & future...
  • 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
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HM183 Certified Fleet Mechanic
  • Hiring Now!
  • Shreveport, LA
  • Job Details Job Location 20571 Shreveport LA - Shreveport, LA Position Type Technician Travel Percentage None Job Shift ...
  • 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Manufacturing Maintenance Technician
  • Jericho Staffing LLC
  • Shreveport, LA
  • Job Description Job Description We are seeking a Lead Manufacturing Maintenance Technician to become a part of our team!...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Shreveport, Louisiana

Shreveport is located in Northwest Louisiana. It is the center of the Ark-La-Tex region where Arkansas, Louisiana, and Texas meet. It is also part of the I-20 Cyber Corridor linking the tech-centered Dallas-Fort Worth, Shreveport-Bossier, Greater Monroe, and Greater Atlanta metropolitan areas together. The city of Shreveport is 188 miles from Dallas, 98 miles from Tyler, and 41 miles from Marshall, Texas; 215 miles from Little Rock and 73 miles from Texarkana, Arkansas; and 250 miles from the state capital of Baton Rouge, 99 miles from Monroe, 69 miles from Ruston, and 30 miles from Minden, Lo...
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Income Estimation for Welder jobs
$38,840 to $50,333
Shreveport, Louisiana area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago
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What does a Welder do?

Welder in Mobile, AL
DO NOT use the same gas that you would use with a MIG welder.
December 12, 2019
Welder in Medford, OR
Welders work for manufacturing companies to combine pieces of metal using the application of heat.
November 19, 2019
Welder in Atlanta, GA
A MIG welder works by transferring the metal wire being used to the joint between the two pieces of metal (aluminum or steel).
October 14, 2019