PATCH & FINISH TEAM LEAD

Wells; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Wells is seeking a hands-on Patch & Finish Team Lead to coordinate and supervise a crew dedicated to repairing detailing and finishing precast products on site. You will ensure work meets specifications and safety standards while guiding the team through daily tasks.

You’ll inspect workmanship, operate hand and power tools, and support rigging and material handling. Strong leadership and clear communication are required to maintain productivity and quality across shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years of concrete experience.
• Proven leadership experience.
• Ability to read and interpret pour sheets and installation instructions.
• Basic English communication skills for team coordination.
• Ability to operate or learn forklift and overhead crane operation.
• General math skills and ability to read a tape measure accurately.
• Strong awareness of safety practices in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate patch and finish crew daily work assignments.
• Perform patching finishing and repair work on precast products as needed.
• Inspect work to ensure quality standards and specifications are met.
• Move on and around forms product trailers and elevated work platforms safely.
• Handle and transport materials required for finishing and repair tasks.
• Operate hand and power tools including grinders drills and cut off saws.
• Use or learn gas-acetylene torch work for finishing applications.
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes training provided if needed.
• Perform concrete related work including pouring leveling and finishing.
• Apply knowledge of rigging and safe product handling techniques.

Skills

Leadership

Concrete experience

Team coordination

Safety awareness

Read and interpret pour sheets

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Patch & Finish Team Lead is responsible for leading and coordinating a crew focused on repairing detailing and finishing precast products to meet company quality standards This role ensures all patching finishing and corrective work is completed safely efficiently and in accordance with specifications prior to delivery to the jobsite

SAFETY IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY

Safety is our highest priority We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect care and accountability Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices look out for one another and speak up about potential risks Together we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM

At Wells youre part of a team that takes pride in building something that lasts Whether youre in operations a manufacturing facility or out in the field your work plays a direct role in creating quality structures that support our communities We value hard work reliability and teamwork because getting the job done right requires teamwork With a strong focus on safety collaboration and ingenuity we create an environment where you can build your experience contribute to meaningful work and make an impact

WHAT WE OFFER

Wells provides a competitive benefits package designed to support employees health financial well being and work life balance

• Benefits include medical dental and vision insurance company paid disability and life insurance wellness incentives paid holidays PTO flexible spending accounts HSA options a 401k with profit sharing access to Nice Healthcare employee assistance resources pet insurance and additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness accident and hospital indemnity plans Health and family care leave is available to both union and non union employees
• Union employee benefits are provided through separate collective bargaining agreements

WHAT YOULL DO

Lead and coordinate patch and finish crew daily work assignmentsPerform patching finishing and repair work on precast products as neededInspect work to ensure quality standards and specifications are metMove on and and around forms product trailers and elevated work platforms safelyHandle and transport materials required for finishing and repair tasksOperate hand and power tools including grinders drills and cut off sawsUse or learn gasacetylene torch work for finishing applicationsOperate forklifts and overhead cranes training provided if neededPerform concrete related work including pouring leveling and finishingApply knowledge of rigging and safe product handling techniquesTrain coach and support crew members in proper procedures and safety practicesSupport specialized finishing processes including sandblasting polishing and acid washingMaintain a safe clean and organized work environmentComplete additional duties and special projects as assigned

WHO WERE LOOKING FOR

The ideal candidate is a hands on leader with strong construction or precast finishing experience They are comfortable working in physically demanding environments while guiding a team to meet production and quality standards This individual leads by example communicates clearly and ensures safety efficiency and craftsmanship remain top priorities

IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 2 years of concrete experience
• Proven leadership experience
• Ability to read and interpret pour sheets and installation instructions
• Basic English communication skills for team coordination
• Ability to operate or learn forklift and overhead crane operation
• General math skills and ability to read a tape measure accurately
• Strong awareness of safety practices in a production environment

WORKING CONDITIONSPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to perform physically demanding work including lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally and frequent bending climbing kneeling twisting squatting crawling and repetitive handarm useCapable of standing walking and moving throughout the facility for extended shifts of up to 12 hoursComfortable working at heights using ladders scaffolding swing stages and man lifts frequentlyAbility to work safely in a production or field environment with moderate to high exposure to safety risks and hazardsWillingness to work in varying environmental conditions including wet hot humid and cold weather and outdoors Depending on locationAbility to wear all required PPE including but not limited to safety boots safety glasses hearing protection high visibility vest hard hat and other PPE as required by the task department or work areaThis profile summarizes key duties and expectations but does not list every possible job task Employees must follow all job related instructions and duties assigned by supervisors Wells is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities Wells participates in E Verify and will provide the federal government with your I 9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the US