A Class Steel Structural Welder

  • Location: Mobile, Alabama
  • Type: Contract
  • Job #990
  • Salary: $0.00 - $28.50

FirstFour is looking for Structural  Welders to join our team at a major shipyard in Mobile, Alabama.

COMPENSATION: $34.00 per hour
Sign on Bonus:  $1000.00 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Single-pass and multi-pass fillets in all positions, for all joint and material thickness configurations
  • Multi-pass full penetration joint details, for all joint and material thickness configurations
  • MIG Welding 100% Argon – 2G, 3G, and 4G to xray standard

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

  • High School Diploma/GED OR two years of maritime experience.
  • Ability to weld in uncomfortable positions where applicable.
  • Minimum of 3 years of GMAW MIG welding experience at a comparable employer.
  • Ability to pass A Class skills evaluation test to demonstrate welding ability for full penetration joint details.
  • Ability to successfully complete onboarding procedures in preparation to pass AL CV weld qualification test requirements to meet contract requirements for A Class welding on the vessel.
  • Demonstrated ability to weld fillets for material thicknesses 4mm- 25mm.
  • Demonstrated ability to weld gusset toe and wraps with minimal blending required.
  • Demonstrated ability to weld frame wraps and terminations with minimal blending required.
  • Demonstrated ability to weld T-Bar wraps and terminations with minimal blending required.
  • Demonstrated ability to weld into corners / vertical intersections with minimal blending required.
  • Demonstrated ability to evaluate and correct basic weld pick up, with minimal supervision.
  • Demonstrated ability to terminate stich welds with minimal weld correction to address minor cosmetic or weld defects.
  • Demonstrated ability to weld continuously for 400mm.
  • Drug screen and background check required.

Operational Technology Engineer

  • Location: Mobile, Alabama
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #986
  • Salary: $80,000 - $130,000

A leading manufacturing facility is seeking a Process Automation Engineer to manage Level 2 automation projects for rolling mill operations. This role focuses on developing and maintaining applications, HMI systems, databases, and hardware to support production efficiency and automation goals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and implement process automation solutions for Hot and Cold Rolling Mills
  • Configure and support HMI systems (WinCC/Wonderware)
  • Develop applications using C#, C++, and SQL
  • Maintain and optimize relational databases (Oracle or SQL Server)
  • Coordinate user testing and conduct code reviews
  • Provide technical support and system customization, including third-party integrations

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
  • 4+ years of experience in automation, including:
  • Programming (C#, C++, SQL)
  • HMI systems
  • Database management
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to quickly learn new technologies and troubleshoot system issues
  • Background in process manufacturing
  • Experience with cold rolling mill environments
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
  • High attention to detail and a structured approach to problem-solving
  • Professionalism, team collaboration, and a safety-first mindset

Work Environment:

  • Onsite in an industrial manufacturing setting

  • Monday to Friday, with flexibility for peak workload periods

A Class Pipe Welder $1000 SIGN ON BONUS

  • Location: Mobile, Alabama
  • Type: Contract
  • Job #862
  • Salary: $38.00 Per Hour

FirstFour is looking for Pipe Welders to join our team at a major shipyard in Mobile, Alabama.

COMPENSATION: $38.00 per hour
SIGN ON BONUS:  $1000 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Read and interpret blueprints / basic drawings to understand weld symbols.
  • Have the ability to work in confined spaces.
  • New Construction opportunities available.

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

  • Pass all approved A-Class Pipe Welder Tests.
  • Must have a minimum of 5 year's of experience as a marine Pipe Welder.
  • Must be experienced with Tig on Copper Nickel and Stainless and Carbon
  • Drug screen and background check required.
  • 60 + HOURS PER WEEK 
  • NO RAINOUTS 

Testing Information as follows:

  • 2″ CUNI 90/10 pipe – RN 67 Filler Material 
  • All Tig full purge 
  • 3″ Carbon Steel Sch 80 – 309 Filler Material Stainless Steel.
  • All TIG Full Purge
  • 5″ Carbon Steel Schedule 80 – ER70S-2 Filler Material 
  • All Tig no Purge 

A Class Pipe Fitter

  • Location: Mobile, Alabama
  • Type: Contract
  • Job #861
  • Salary: $37.00 Per Hour

FirstFour is looking for Pipe Fitters to join our team at a major shipyard in Mobile, Alabama.

COMPENSATION: $37.00 per hour
 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Read and interpret blueprints to determine layouts.
  • Cut openings for pipes into modules / vessel using hand tools.
  • Must be able to measure, cut, thread, bend, and install pipe.
  • Clean and maintain pipe units and fittings and flush system.

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

  • Pass approved A-Class Pipe Fitter Test.
  • Must have a minimum of 5 year's of experience as a marine Pipe Fitter.
  • Must be able to read and understand blueprints, a tape measure, and know/understand all necessary formulas to carry out your work.
  • Drug screen and background check required.

A Class Structural Fitter

  • Location: Mobile, Alabama
  • Type: Contract
  • Job #859
  • Salary: $0.00 - $34.00

FirstFour is looking for night shift Structrual Fitters to join our team at a major shipyard in Mobile, Alabama, Day Shift – 50 hours 

COMPENSATION: $34.00 per hour

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Technically proficient in tasks, work processes, and equipment operation.
  • Accountable for completion of daily work assignments including the completion and signatures for work completion and quality.
  • Creates a working environment compliant with quality, safety, environmental, and health regulations and policies.
  • Rigs plates and equipment safely.
  • Maintains cleanliness and organization on assigned job sites.
  • Accountable for completion of daily work assignments including the completion and signatures for work completion and quality.
  • Performs safe and effective use of craft related tools and equipment, including but not limited to: millers, sanders, grinders, burr motors, band saws, skill saws, saws all, come along and chain falls etc.
  • Obtain GMAW ABS ‘B’ Class Weld Certification for aluminum applications.
  • Performs basic layout of plates, materials and weldments using basic engineering sketches, drawings, and diagrams with minimal supervision.
  • Performs ship fitting functions such as but not limited to fit up of structure, cutting, sniping, sanding, grinding, prepping, tacking and the fit up of plates with minimum supervision.
  • Performs fitting operations with limited supervision using standard ship fitting equipment to accomplish fabrication and ship repair duties.
  • Monitors working environment for compliance with quality, safety, environmental and health regulations.
  • Must be willing to work with and train lower-skilled workers.
  • May be assigned to work any shift.
  • May be assigned additional tasks including outside the craft as required.

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

  • Pass approved A-Class Fitter Test.
  • Must demonstrate ability to interpret and work from construction drawings, job specifications, instruction manuals, manufacturer’s handbooks, change order, and contract specifications.
  • Thorough knowledge of equipment, work processes and techniques used in measuring, and fitting of aluminum components, modules and vessels.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and measure using the metric system.
  • Knowledge of shipyard terminology such as general ship structure and vessel layout.
  • Knowledge of edge preparation and weld joint details.
  • Advanced working knowledge of engineering drawings and sketches.
  • Drug screen and background check required.

Delivery Helper

  • Location: Daphne, Alabama
  • Type: Contract To Hire
  • Job #155
  • Salary: $16.00 Per Hour

Delivery Helper

  • Assists Driver in delivering customer orders; assists in loading and off-loading product; or drives pilot vehicle for oversize loads.  
  • Work is performed under the direction of department supervisor or manager
  • Assists with loading and appropriately securing product onto or inside delivery vehicle using motorized or non-motorized material handling equipment.
  • Assists Driver in delivering and off-loading product at customer facility.  With assistance from Driver will carry product.
  • Delivers customer orders to customer site using a company van or pickup truck.  
  • Obtains signed proof of delivery.
  • Drives pilot vehicle for oversize loads, ensuring compliance with appropriate safety regulations.
  • Inspects and maintains delivery vehicles to ensure safety and compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Plans and paces own work efficiency in order to meet daily, weekly, project, or team related productivity goals.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to read and understand maps, routes, road signs
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Ability to read and understand machine and equipment diagrams and system schematics
  • Knowledgeable of escort service regulations
  • Knowledge of basic math and measurement skills
  • Knowledge of and ability to use motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment
  • Must have a valid driver’s license.
  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and 7-year background check