Set Crew Field Welder

Northeast Precast; Vineland (NJ); On-site; USD 68,770,000 - 80,231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance starting at approx.

Dental and vision plan options

Company-paid life insurance

Voluntary accident, disability, and 


401(k) plan with company match

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time

Job summary

Northeast Precast is seeking an experienced Welder to join our Set Crew Department. This position travels with the Set Crew to construction sites and performs welding and related fieldwork during the installation of precast concrete products.

This is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt role with a Monday–Friday schedule, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and overtime may be required. Pay ranges from $24.00 to $28.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications, with benefits listed in the schedule.

Qualifications

• Previous professional stick welding experience required.
• Experience welding in field or construction environments.
• Experience using aerial lifts or similar lifting equipment.
• Able to work safely at elevated heights.
• Able to read and interpret technical drawings and measurements.
• Experience using grinders, saws, squares, clamps, and other welding tools.
• Willingness to travel and work a flexible schedule.
• AWS certification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform stick welding in the field using appropriate welding techniques.
• Weld components in flat, vertical, horizontal, and overhead positions.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, measurements, and welding specifications.
• Cut, fit, align, and weld metal components according to project requirements.
• Inspect completed welds and identify defects requiring correction.
• Assist the Set Crew with the installation of precast concrete products.
• Safely operate or work around aerial lifts and other lifting equipment.
• Perform welding at elevated heights using required fall-protection equipment.
• Maintain welding tools and equipment in safe working condition.
• Follow all Company, OSHA, jobsite, and customer safety requirements.
• Travel to field locations when required by the project.

Skills

Stick welding

Field/industrial welding

Blueprint reading

Welding in multiple positions

Safety at heights

Teamwork

Education

AWS certification (preferred)

Tools

Grinders

Saws

Squares

Clamps

Job description

Company: Northeast Precast
Reporting To: Field Operations Manager
Job Type: Full-time, Hourly, Non-Exempt
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Overtime may be required based on operational needs.
Pay Range: $24.00-$28.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

Position Summary

Northeast Precast is seeking an experienced Welder to join our Set Crew Department. This position travels with the Set Crew to construction sites and performs welding and related fieldwork during the installation of precast concrete products.

Responsibilities

• Perform stick welding in the field using appropriate welding techniques.
• Weld components in flat, vertical, horizontal, and overhead positions.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, measurements, and welding specifications.
• Cut, fit, align, and weld metal components according to project requirements.
• Inspect completed welds and identify defects requiring correction.
• Assist the Set Crew with the installation of precast concrete products.
• Safely operate or work around aerial lifts and other lifting equipment.
• Perform welding at elevated heights using required fall-protection equipment.
• Maintain welding tools and equipment in safe working condition.
• Follow all Company, OSHA, jobsite, and customer safety requirements.
• Travel to field locations when required by the project.

Required Qualifications

• Previous professional stick welding experience is required.
• Experience welding in field or construction environments.
• Experience using aerial lifts or similar lifting equipment.
• Ability and willingness to work safely at elevated heights.
• Ability to weld in multiple positions, including vertical and overhead.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and measurements.
• Experience using grinders, saws, squares, clamps, and other welding tools.
• Ability to work outdoors in changing weather and jobsite conditions.
• Ability to travel and work a flexible schedule based on project needs.
• Reliable attendance and the ability to work effectively as part of a crew.
• AWS certification is preferred but not required.

Schedule and Travel

This is a full-time position. Work is generally scheduled Monday through Friday; however, overtime, early starts, extended shifts, weekends, and out-of-state travel may be required depending on project needs.

• Medical insurance starting at approximately $26 per week
• Dental and vision plan options
• Company-paid $25,000 life insurance
• Voluntary accident, disability, critical illness, and hospital coverage
• 401(k) plan with Company match
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time

Eligibility, waiting periods, employee contributions, and other terms are governed by the applicable benefit plans and Company policies.

Northeast Precast is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Northeast Precast participates in E-Verify.