Welding Jobs in Gonzales, LA

A Welder in the construction industry plays a vital role in the building and repairing of structures, equipment, and various types of machinery. They use intense heat to fuse metal pieces together, following detailed schematic drawings to assemble structural metal products, such as frameworks or shells for machinery or metal parts for buildings or bridges. A knowledgeable welder not only performs welding tasks but also handles materials planning, preparation, and setup for welding. They also ensure the use of correct welding procedures to meet specifications, inspect structures or materials to be welded, and maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.

Key skills for a Welder include manual dexterity, technical skills, physical strength and stamina, attention to detail, and effective communication skills. Welders should be adept at using hand and power tools and have a keen understanding of metallurgy and welding techniques. Most employers require welders to have a high school diploma or equivalent and to complete vocational training or an apprenticeship in welding. Some jobs may also require Welding Certification from a recognized institution such as the American Welding Society (AWS). Prior to becoming a Welder, a person might work as a Welder's Helper, Welding Intern, or a Fabricator.

1-12 of 12 Jobs

Welder - Combo

  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 10 hours ago

More information about this job Overview The Combo Welder must be trained in a variety of welding processes, including arc welding and oxy-fuel welding depending on the material being used....

Welder Combination

  • Donaldsonville, LA (9 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Donaldsonville, LA (9 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 1 day ago

of geometry, physical properties of metal machining, weld shrinkage and welding techniques. - May be required to use Gas-Metal Arc, Flux-Cored Arc, Gas-Tungsten Arc, Submerged Arc, or Shielded Metal...

PREP Welder

  • Convent, LA (13 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Convent, LA (13 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 4 days ago

Cleans welds with grinders and other equipment common to the welding trade....

Carbon and Stainless-Steel Welders (Fluxcore)

  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 7 days ago

Pass a Performance weld test Responsibilities: Weld along vertical, horizontal, or overhead weld lines. Examine weld for bead size and other specifications....

Rebar Fabricator

  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 8 days ago

it's what's inside that counts _______________________________ Theres more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go into. At CMC, its the people inside our...

Welder

  • Geismar, LA (5 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Geismar, LA (5 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 12 days ago

measure, rulers etc. and clamp pieces to align components + Assist with fit-up and preparation of welding joints, prying, grinding hammering + Efficiently produce quality welds + Check welded surfaces...

Welder

  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 12 days ago

blueprints and welding symbols....

Tank Welder

  • Geismar, LA (5 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Geismar, LA (5 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 12 days ago

measure, rulers etc. and clamp pieces to align components + Assist with fit-up and preparation of welding joints, prying, grinding hammering + Efficiently produce quality welds + Check welded surfaces...

Structural Welder - Per Diem Offered

  • Reserve, LA (24 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Reserve, LA (24 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 15 days ago

-Previous experience with 3G 4G structural stick welding -Must bring ground and stinger chipping hammers, brushes etc. as well as wear PPE. -Must have valid TWIC card....

Welder - REPCON

  • Plaquemine, LA (22 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Plaquemine, LA (22 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 30+ days ago

installed piping systems and install all other related items in accordance with the applicable plans and specifications; bolt, clamp or weld parts to secure in position for welding; weld components...

Fabricator

  • Prairieville, LA (4 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Prairieville, LA (4 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 90+ days ago

Cut, weld, and shape metal materials (steel, aluminum, etc.) using tools such as saws, oxy fuel torch, manual plasma cutter and other welding equipment....

Combination Welder

  • Darrow, LA (6 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Darrow, LA (6 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 30+ days ago

of geometry, physical properties of metal machining, weld shrinkage and welding techniques. - May be required to use Gas-Metal Arc, Flux-Cored Arc, Gas-Tungsten Arc, Submerged Arc, or Shielded Metal...

Demographic Data for Gonzales, LA

Moving to Gonzales, LA? Find some basic demographic data about Gonzales, LA below.


Local
National
47,332
1,158
Medium

Welding Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireConstruction curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Welding and Joining Processes
Discusses a wide variety of processes and materials from the viewpoint of their fundamental physical and chemical properties. Specific topics: cold welding, adhesive bonding, diffusion bonding,...
Advanced Welding Metallurgy for Certified Welding Inspectors
The CWI exam consists of three partsPart A FundamentalsPart B PracticalPart C Code Book ApplicationsPart A is a closed-book exam that consists of 150 questions on the welding fundamentals, terms...
Welding Metallurgy-1, for Certified Welding Inspector
The CWI exam consists of three partsPart A - FundamentalsPart B - Practical,Part C - Code Book Applications.Part A is a closed-book exam that consists of 150 questions on the welding fundamentals,...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for Welding Jobs in Gonzales, LA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Welding positions.



Highest Education Level

Weldings in Gonzales, LA offer the following education background
High School or GED
40.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
30.5%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Bachelor's Degree
8.9%
Some College
2.8%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Some High School
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.2%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Welding Related Career Advice Articles

Woman working on a grinder, part of the rising number of female skilled trades professionals
It's Time for Women to Take the Construction Industry by Storm

An infographic from Tulsa Welding School on how women are finding success in nontraditional occupations.

Read article »
Lean construction and Six Sigma analysis
Pros & Cons of Lean Construction

The application of lean manufacturing principles offers many potential benefits, and some possible pitfalls, for construction companies.

Read article »