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Gulf Island Fabrication

Fabricates complex steel structures and modules

Assembler

Welding & Metal Fabrication +1Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeHouma, LA, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 1 year of experience in welding, fabrication, or mechanical assembly in a manufacturing environment.
  • Basic proficiency with metal inert gas welding.
  • Ability to read and use a tape measure.
  • Ability to work in varying environmental conditions with exposure to fumes while using proper respiratory protection.
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical.
  • Ability to pass a background check.
  • Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, climbing, bending, balancing, pushing, pulling, reaching, and lifting or moving up to 25 pounds and occasionally 50–75 pounds.

Responsibilities

  • Perform structural welding on enclosure components by following drawings and trained procedures.
  • Perform basic mechanical assembly, including fitting panels, installing hardware, and preparing components for welding or final assembly.
  • Read and follow blueprints, drawings, and work instructions to determine weld and assembly requirements.
  • Complete tasks for roofs, doors, and subassemblies to support production flow and ensure components meet dimensional and quality requirements.
  • Support material movement and positioning using overhead cranes or rigging.
  • Conduct visual weld checks, report defects, and assist with rework.
  • Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow all personal protective equipment requirements, including respirators when required for certain materials.
  • Set up and tear down welding and assembly workstations.
  • Collaborate with team members to meet daily production goals and maintain workflow.
  • Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Desired Qualifications

  • Exposure to tungsten inert gas or stick welding.
  • Welding certifications, such as American Welding Society or American Society of Mechanical Engineers certifications, or technical school coursework.
  • Previous experience with generator enclosure assembly.
  • Previous experience in roofs, doors, and subassembly work.

About the Company

Gulf Island Fabrication

Fabricates complex steel structures and modules

Gulf Island Fabrication builds custom steel structures and modular units for the energy and industrial sectors, backed by services like project management, hookup and commissioning, repair, maintenance, scaffolding, coatings, and field support. Its process starts with designing and fabricating steel components, assembling modules, and installing them on site, followed by testing and commissioning and ongoing maintenance. The company differentiates itself by offering integrated, end-to-end solutions—from engineering and fabrication to field services and staffing—across multiple facilities in The Woodlands and Houma. Its goal is to serve as a trusted partner that delivers complete fabrication and support for complex projects for energy producers, refining, petrochemical, LNG, industrial and power operators, and EPC firms.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Houston, TX
Founded
1985

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