Southern Iron Works specializes in custom steel and iron fabrication and installation for commercial, industrial, and marine projects throughout South Louisiana. From structural steel and platforms to handrails, stairs, equipment supports, and custom fabricated components, we deliver durable solutions built to withstand demanding environments.
Our reputation is built on quality craftsmanship, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety. We take pride in producing work that meets the highest standards while providing dependable serve to our customers.
Summary
Southern Iron Works is seeking an experienced Welder/Fabricator to join our team in New Iberia, Louisiana. The ideal candidate will have experience reading fabrication drawings, fitting and fabricating structural steel and miscellaneous metals, and performing quality welds with minimal supervision.
This position is ideal for someone who takes pride in their workmanship, values safety, and enjoys building custom projects from start to finish.
Responsibilities
- Read and interpret fabrication drawings, blueprints, and weld symbols
- Measure, layout, cut, fit, and fabricate metal
- Perform MIG, FCAW, and Stick Welding
- Fabricate structural steel, platforms, stairs, handrails, supports, and custom assemblies
- Operate fabrication equipment including saw, grinders, drill presses, ironworkers, and other shop tools.
- Verify dimensions, tolerances, and squareness before final welding
- Inspect completed work to ensure quality standards are met
- Assist with material handling and shop operations
- Maintain a clean and safe work area
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of welding and fabrication experience preferred
- Ability to read fabrication drawings and weld symbols
- Experience with MIG and Stick welding required
- Strong measuring, layout, and fitting skills
- Knowledge of structural steel fabrication preferred
- Ability to safely operate fabrication equipment and power tools
- Reliable transportation and strong work ethic
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Applicants may be required to complete a hands-on welding and fabrication test demonstrating blueprint reading, layout, fit-up, and welding skills.
Southern Iron Works is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay: $23.00 - $30.11 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Can you read fabrication drawings and weld symbols?
- What welding processes are you proficient in?
- Have you fabricated structural steel from drawings without direct supervision?
- Are you willing to complete a hands-on weld fabrication test?
Experience:
- Metal fabrication: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
