Traveling Welder

Fabcon Precast; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Fabcon Precast in Allentown is seeking a skilled laborer to support caulking of precast concrete panels. The role requires following directions from the welding crew foreperson and performing general construction tasks.

Candidates should be comfortable with ladders and aerial platforms, travel up to 50% or more, and maintaining safety procedures. AWS certification is required, valid driver’s license, and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• AWS Certification is required.
• Ability to travel up to 50% or more, including overnight.
• General knowledge of construction practices.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Completes general construction labor tasks necessary to caulk precast concrete panels.
• Takes work direction from welding crew foreperson.
• May perform work of a miscellaneous nature as directed by foreperson.
• Uses materials/supplies in an efficient manner.
• Handles equipment in a responsible manner.
• Follows established safety procedures and policies.

Skills

Verbal Instructions

Teamwork

Safety Awareness

Lifting Ability

Physical Stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

AWS Certification

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Completes general construction labor tasks necessary to caulk precast concrete panels
• Takes work direction from welding crew foreperson
• May perform work of a miscellaneous nature as directed by foreperson
• Uses materials/supplies in an efficient manner
• Handles equipment in a responsible manner
• Follows established safety procedures and policies

Basic Qualifications:

• AWS Certification

Other Required Qualifications:

• Ability to carry out simple and complex verbal instructions
• Ability to work well with others and maintain professional conduct at all times
• Ability to work from ladders and aerial work platforms above 20 ft
• Ability to obtain membership to local Laborers union
• General knowledge of construction practices
• Valid driver’s license and reliable means of transportation
• Ability to travel extensively, up to 50% or more, including occasional overnight travel, and to work hours outside the standard schedule as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of construction or manual labor experience
• High school diploma or equivalent

Physical Requirements:

Field: Must be able to traverse uneven ground, move minimum of 50lbs., spatial awareness/depth perception, climb on a flatbed semi-trailer

• Field:All types of weather conditions (year-round, Mid-west and Northeast), dirt/dust, noise from heavy machinery/vehicles

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