Paid Internship Opportunity

Southland Steel Fabricators Inc. is a family owned and operated company which opened its doors in 1986. Through the 30+ years of business, (SSF) has grown into one of the largest steel fabricators in the region. This quick growth can be attributed to the hard work of Southlands experienced employees and their dedication to perfecting the steel fabrication craft. With an ever-growing steel fabrication industry ahead, Southland Steel has decided to open its doors to 6 internship opportunities. Built from industry leading technics and standards, these Welders in Training and Fitters in Training will be given the real-world knowledge needed to master the steel fabrication trade.

These positions must be filled with motivated individuals, of any skill level, looking to pursue a career in welding or fitting in the fabrication industry.

During the internships you must be willing to learn hands on production training (4-8 weeks), as well as classroom instructed training (2-4 weeks).

At the end of the program, you must pass a weld or fit test to graduate out of the internship.

Location: US-LA-Amite, LA and Greensburg, LA

Overview

Southland Steel Fabricators is seeking a welding and/or fitter student intern to support our metal fabrication operations at either our Amite, LA or Greensburg, LA locations. The internship will last for 8-12 weeks. The ideal candidate is hard working, quick to pick up new skills and apply new information, and enthusiastic about welding.

In this role you'll have the opportunity to work cross-functionally with multiple departments applying what you have learned in training to various projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs all work according to OSHA and Southland Steel Safety policies
• Receives direction orally or written from shop foreman on plans of fabrication or repair for the day's tasks.
• Evaluates the job to verify that supplies are on hand to complete the task.
• Communicates with supervisors in the event of an unscheduled repair requirement that would lead to the loss of production that would otherwise be completed as scheduled
• Measures, cuts, fits, and welds various types of metals by varying types of process.
• Other duties may be assigned

Desired Education, Knowledge, And / Or Skills:

• Experience in heavy structural fabrication
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, shop drawings and welding symbols
• Proficient in effective operation of welding equipment
• 1-2 years welding experience with some flux core welding (FCAW)
• Must pass welding test as part of the application process
• Knowledge of basic shop mathematics

Preferred Skills, Education, and Experience

• Actively enrolled in a welding or related program, two- or four-year college, university, or technical school
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Efficiency, accuracy, and responsibility
• One year or 30+ credits towards the degree or certificate
• Previous internship or work experience in the construction or construction materials business

Safety Requirements

• Adhere to all Southland Steel Fabricators, Inc. Safety Rules, Policies, and Procedures
  • Maintain orderly and clean work area
  • Attend all required safety meetings
• Inspect the welding equipment each day to ensure it meets safety standards with special attention to welding leads
• Must inspect tools daily before each use, to include extension cords
• Use hand and power tools safely at all times with correct guards in place
• Wear personal protective equipment in accordance with policy and adequate for specific tasks
• Welding - Wear specific Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including but not limited to:
  • Welders helmet with appropriately shaded filter lens, with safety glasses under helmet
  • Fire/flame resistant clothing
  • Heavy flame-resistant gloves
  • Respirators when welding harmful metals or when ventilation is not adequate
  • Steel/hard toe boots
  • Hearing protection
• Cutting steel with torch:
  • Wear either properly shaded safety glasses with a face shield or cutting goggles, hearing protection, steel/hard toe boots, gloves, and fire/flame resistant clothing
  • Use proper friction lighters or other approved devices to light the torch

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

In order to do the job, the following physical requirements are necessary:

• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to occasionally pull, push, carry, or lift tools, equipment or materials 50 lbs. or less
• Ability to withstand occasional bending, squatting, or crouching
• Ability to frequently handle (hold, seize, grasp, turn, etc.) tools, equipment, or material
• Ability to work in inclement weather conditions, to include cold, heat, and humidity

Thank you for your interest in employment with Southland Steel Inc., we invest in our people, providing the essential training, instruction, and supervisory support that they need to develop and grow within our company. We acknowledge that Southland Steels strength and success is directly related to our employees and the talents, dedication, and job performance they exemplify. We seek dynamic, motivated people who are driven to make a difference.

Southland Steel Inc., does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are always looking for the best, most qualified people to join our team.

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