About this position
TIG Tacker Welder – Industrial Piping | Tarpon Specialty Services | Walker / Baton Rouge, LA
Put your TIG welding skills to work on active industrial jobsites in the Baton Rouge area. Steady hours, competitive pay, and a crew that takes the work seriously.
Position Overview
Tarpon Specialty Services is hiring TIG Tackers welders for industrial piping projects in the Walker / Baton Rouge, LA area. You'll work alongside experienced pipe fitters and welders performing TIG tacking on piping systems in a fast-paced industrial environment. This role is for someone who knows their way around a TIG torch and is ready to produce quality work from day one.
Key Responsibilities
Perform TIG tacking welding on pipe and piping components per specifications and fit-up requirements
Assist pipe fitters with layout, fit-up, and assembly of piping systems
Read and interpret basic pipe drawings, isometrics, and weld symbols
Cut, grind, and prep materials as needed prior to tacking
Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas
Follow all company safety policies and site-specific procedures
Requirements
Hands-on TIG tacking experience on pipe — industrial or construction environment preferred
Ability to produce clean, consistent tacks that hold fit-up and meet weld quality standards
Familiarity with pipe fit-up, hand tools, grinders, and prep work
Safety-conscious, dependable, and able to work at pace
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Must pass a drug screen and background check
Reliable transportation to and from the jobsite
Schedule & Pay
Full-time — 40+ hours per week with overtime available
Competitive pay based on experience and skill level
Per diem available for qualified travelers
About Tarpon Specialty Services
Tarpon Specialty Services is a Gulf Coast-based skilled trades staffing firm supporting large-scale industrial, construction, and energy projects across Texas, Louisiana, and beyond. We put skilled craft workers on major projects and treat our people right — consistent work, competitive pay, and a team that shows up.
Ready to get to work? Apply today at careers.tarponservices.com
Tarpon Specialty Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Location and commute
Baton Rouge, LA .
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How to apply
Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3169935732.