All About Labor, LLC is seeking experienced 1st Class Structural Welders to join our team supporting premier shipyards in Pascagoula, MS. This position requires skilled professionals dedicated to producing high-quality welds on structural steel components of Navy and commercial vessels. Candidates must demonstrate precision, safety awareness, and consistency in all welding operations.

Primary Function:

To perform expert-level welding on structural steel, fabricating, joining, and repairing components in accordance with project blueprints and welding procedure specifications. The 1st Class Structural Welder plays a critical role in ensuring the structural integrity and safety of vessel frameworks.

Tools and Equipment Used:

• Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) equipment

• Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) machines

• Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW/TIG) systems

• Structural steel cutting and preparation tools

• Welding inspection and quality control instruments

• Personal protective equipment (helmets, gloves, respirators)

Materials Handled:

• Structural steel and metal alloys

• Welding rods, filler metals, and flux

• Welding documentation and blueprints

• Structural components and assemblies

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpret welding blueprints, drawings, and procedure specifications

• Perform structural welding using SMAW, FCAW, GTAW, or other required processes

• Inspect welds to ensure adherence to quality standards and project specifications

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organised work environment

• Work effectively in confined spaces, at heights, and under varying environmental conditions

• Collaborate with supervisors, engineers, and other trades as needed

• Participate in welding qualification tests and ongoing training

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a structural welder in shipyard or heavy industrial settings

• Valid welding certifications demonstrating proficiency in relevant welding techniques

• Ability to read and understand detailed welding procedures and blueprints

• Successful completion of a hands-on welding qualification test

• Willingness to work extended hours, weekends, and in physically demanding environments

Pay & Benefits:

• $30.00 to $34.00 per hour, depending on qualifications

• $147.00 daily per diem for qualified candidates

• Weekly pay schedule

• 40 to 70 hours per week, including overtime opportunities

• Monday through Friday schedule with occasional weekend work

• Competitive compensation and steady employment in a supportive environment

Why Choose All About Labor, LLC?
We connect skilled welders with employers who prioritise craftsmanship and reliability. Our competitive pay, consistent assignments, and dedicated support make us the ideal partner for your welding career advancement.