Structural Welder Foreman

Location: Abbeville, LA

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

The structural welder foreman is responsible for overseeing welding operations within the structural shop. The foreman will supervise welding activates, ensure safety compliance, coordinate workflow, and maintaining quality standards. The role requires a combination of leadership skills, technical expertise, and a commitment to safety/quality standards. Acadian Contractors, Inc. maintains a continuing policy of non-discrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity to protected veterans in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of non-discrimination shall include, but not be limited to, the following employment decisions and practices: hiring; promotions; demotions or transfers; layoffs; recalls; terminations; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; selection for training, including apprenticeship; and recruitment or recruitment advertising. All employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise welders, fitters, and helpers on site, providing clear instructions and work assignments.
• Monitor team performance and ensure adherence to project timelines and safety protocols.
• Coordinate materials, equipment, and manpower needs with project managers and superintendents.
• Conduct pre-job briefings and safety meetings; enforce company policies and procedures.
• Inspect work for compliance with specifications and welding procedures, ensuring weld integrity and quality control.
• Maintain detailed records of daily progress, weld logs, and reports for management and client review.
• Act as the primary point of contact between field crew and project leadership.
• Provide hands-on training and mentorship to junior welders and helpers.
• Operate pipe cutting and beveling machines to prepare pipe to required specifications.
• Perform stick welding on carbon steel pipe and structural components per Acadian or customer welding procedures.
• Apply stencils/stamps on completed welds at required intervals (every 3 feet for vessels).
• Align and secure components using jacks, turnbuckles, wedges, and heavy tools.
• Straighten warped materials using heating and mechanical methods.
• Conduct visual and hydrostatic testing on completed welds and piping systems.
• Install and assemble piping systems using welding, brazing, soldering, and threading techniques.
• Climb and work at heights, including hanging and swinging from ropes when needed.
• Fabricate and install handrails, grating, and platform components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, ISOs, and technical drawings accurately.
• Inspect tools and equipment at the start of each shift to ensure operational safety.
• Tag all fabricated items with job numbers, customer names, and part identification.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years recent welding experience (within the last 4 years).
• Minimum of 2 years' experience welding carbon steel pipe and structural components.
• Prior experience in a foreman or crew leadership role strongly preferred.
• Proficient in layout, fit-up, installation, and system assembly per technical plans.
• Strong understanding of welding procedures and offshore construction standards.
• Ability to lead a crew, communicate clearly, and resolve on-site issues effectively.
• Knowledge of offshore safety protocols, emergency response, and survival procedures.
• Must be capable of climbing, lifting, and working at heights and in confined spaces.
• Able to work in extreme temperatures and adverse weather conditions.

HSE Responsibilities

• Embrace and demonstrate Acadian's F.I.R.S.T. Vision & Mission Statements as core values.
• Actively lead safety processes such as Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Time Out for Safety, and TEAM BBS Observations.
• Ensure compliance with all Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Management System policies and client-specific requirements.
• Be personally accountable for HSE outcomes; coach and mentor crew members to improve safety awareness and performance.
• Conduct regular safety audits and implement corrective actions to maintain a safe job site.