Job description
Craft and Technical Solutions is an established Marine and Industrial Staffing Company with offices all over the country. We partner with businesses as well as job seekers to place individuals into positions efficiently. Currently, we are reviewing resumes for 1st Class Aluminum Welders/Fitters in Lockport, LA. If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume, or call 1-888-211-7844.

Incentive:

Lodging provided.
$30/hr. pay rate
$225.00 a week in M&I
Aluminum Fitter Job Description:

Lays out, positions, and secures parts and assemblies according to specifications ,using straightedge, combination square, calipers, and ruler.
Cuts work piece, using powered saws, hand shears, or chipping knife.
Experience fabricating templates, squaring plates, scribing in structures, and installing perpendiculars on ships in accordance with drawings, specifications, or sketches.
Experience using oxy-acetylene torch for cutting and washing.
Welding experience: GMAW-P
Possess a working understanding of aluminum
Develops templates and other work aids to hold and align parts.
Determines required equipment and welding method, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques.
Experience using hand and power tools safely including but not limited to mauls, grinders, circular and reciprocating saws, and hand and magnetic drill.
Understand the proper use and operation of structural shop fabrication equipment, including shears, punches, and brakes.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, and decimals using US customary measurement system.
Possess a working knowledge of and be able to take measurements using the metric system.
Must be physically and medically capable to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) required for the job as prescribed under OSHA standards. PPE includes hard hat, safety glasses, steel toe shoes, goggles, respirator, safety harness, safety line, flotation gear, etc.
Aluminum Welder Job Description:

Minimum of 3 Years welding experience in the Marine Industry as 1st Class
Welding various metals using processes such as GMAW-P
Must successfully demonstrate the ability to pass a hands on 3G/4G aluminum pulse welding test
Testing in 3G uphill and 4G overhead
Must be able to read blueprints and other engineering drawings.
Must be able to read and interrupt technical manuals as applicable.
Must have a thorough knowledge of various metals characteristic and qualities including the correct welding processes required and the effects of welding on the material.
Must successfully pass a weld test.
Job Requirements:

Must have reliable/own transportation.
10 panel Drug Screen.
Comfortable with heights.
Lift 50lbs without assistance.
Must understand the layout of the ship and compartment identification Basic reading, writing and math skills required.
CTS, LLC offers a comprehensive benefit packet to eligible employees. Eligible employees may enroll in:

Health
Dental & Vision
Life & LTD
Accident
Critical Illness
401k
Per Diem OR Dislocation Allowance may be provided to eligible employees to reimburse some or all of the cost an employee might be reasonably expected to incur for lodging, meals, and incidental expenses while traveling out of town for work.

Safety and responsible work practices are of paramount importance at CTS and are woven into the fabric of everything we do. We are committed to employee safety & development, the protection of the environment and the communities where we operate. We are ready to be a partner in your career success!

Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

CTS is an EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Salary: $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Referral program
Vision insurance
Experience level:

3 years

Shift:

10 hour shift
8 hour shift
Weekly day range:

Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply