Industrial Welder

Hall Contracting of Kentucky Inc.; Yards (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision & Life

ESOP & 401(k) Matching

Paid Holidays

Disability Coverage

Career growth in skilled trades

Job summary

Hall Contracting of Kentucky, Inc. is seeking an Industrial Welder for 100% travel across multiple U.S. job sites. The role requires pass of a 6G stick welding test (6010 root, 7018 cap) and the ability to work 40+ hours weekly in varied shifts.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including ESOP, 401(k), health/dental/vision/life coverage, paid holidays, and disability coverages. Candidates should be prepared for rigorous field work and instruction in skilled trades.

Qualifications

• 2+ years welder experience preferred; must pass 6G stick weld test (6010 root, 7018 cap)
• Rigging/pile driving experience preferred
• Comfortable working at heights and with heavy equipment
• Willingness to travel 100% to multiple job sites
• Able to work 40+ hours per week with variable schedules

Responsibilities

• Build and install steel girders, columns, and structural elements on construction sites
• Weld, cut, and finish structural metal per project specs
• Direct crane operations to move materials on site
• Set reinforcing bars into forms and anchor structures as needed
• Inspect welds and ensure quality and safety standards

Skills

Welding experience

Rigging/pile driving

Height safety

Stamina/physical endurance

Education

High School Diploma or GED (preferred)

Job description

HALL CONTRACTING OF KENTUCKY, INC. INDUSTRIAL WELDER

$28 - $30 an hour /$100 per day per diem

100% Travel Required. Current/Near Future Locations: Nokesville, VA
Yards, VA
Decatur, AL
Attalla, AL
New Orleans, LA
Whitmire, SC

Hall Contracting of Kentucky is a 100% Employee-Owned Company looking to find LONG TERM TALENT to support our growing Industrial/Railroad Bridge Division. We have been in business since 1954 and are seeking individuals that excited to build their career with our company. Working for an Employee-Owned Company is great. All of our Employees receive a Company paid yearly Employee Stock Ownership Plan "ESOP" Contribution in addition to all our other great benefits. At Hall we take pride in learning and teaching all of the trades, so no matter what position you are hired for you will have the opportunity to learn new skills and teach your skills to other people. For less experienced people Hall is a great place to grow, you will get the opportunity very early on to learn skilled trades that include carpentry, welding, and operating equipment.

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life, Vol. Life, Dependent Life Insurance Coverages
• Short/Long Term Disability Coverages
• 401(k) Matching
• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral

Requirements:

• 2+ years welder experience preferred however, must be able to pass a 6g stick welding test using 6010 root and 7018 cap.
• Rigging/Pile driving experience preferred.
• Comfortable working from heights
• 100% travel
• Able to work 40+ hours a week (at least 10 hrs per day)
• Job schedule varies from 8 on, 6 off to 4 on 3 off, or 6 on 1 off. Subject to change.
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Dependable transportation to and from work
• No felonies that are violent in nature and/or theft related in the last 7 years
• Comply with the company's drug and alcohol testing requirements

Essential Functions:

• Build and install iron or steel girders, columns, and other construction materials to form buildings, bridges, and other structures.
• Cut, position, and bolt down steel bars to reinforce concrete.
• Repair older infrastructure.
• Make, weld, and cut structural metal in fabricating shops.
• Erect steel frames.
• Direct operation of cranes to move structural steel, reinforcing bars, and other materials onto and around the construction site.
• Connect steel columns, beams, and girders.
• Drill holes into steel for bolts.
• Number steel according to assembly instructions.
• Unload and stack steel.
• Attach cables to steel and then to the crane.
• Hoist steel into place in the framework.
• Position steel with connecting bars and spud wrenches.
• Work with drift pins to align the holes in the steel with the framework holes.
• Use plumb bobs, levels, and laser equipment to check alignment.
• Bolt or weld piece into place.
• Set reinforcing bars into forms to hold concrete.
• Fasten bars together with wire.
• Place spacers under rebar to lift bars off deck.
• Cut bars with metal shears and torches.
• Reinforce concrete with welded wire fabric.
• Substitute cables for rebar.
• Tighten cables with jacking equipment.
• Install stairs, handrails, or curtain walls.
• Make sure all pieces are fitted properly and complete repairs as necessary.
• Must be physically healthy to stand, bend, and walk for up to 10-12 hours a day.

Work Environment:

The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. This position is preformed in outside weather conditions.

Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. This is an at-will state. (We do not permit the use of Medical Cannabis use by any employee due to being a Federally Contracted DOT regulated employer.)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

EOE – M/F/Disabled/Veteran

Women and Minorities encouraged to apply

VERRA Federal Contractor

Our priority for referrals of protected veterans is highly desired