Traveling Welder

Fabcon; Charlestown (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Fabcon in the United States is seeking hard-working construction laborers to support a welding crew, welding precast concrete panels and assisting with on-site assembly. The role requires the ability to travel as needed, work from heights, and follow directions from forepersons with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Ideal candidates will have welding experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and the AWS 3G/4G certification.

Qualifications

• Welding experience required on construction sites.
• Ability to follow verbal directions and work with others.
• Strong safety awareness and adherence to procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs general construction labor tasks to weld precast concrete panels.
• Takes direction from foreperson on detail or erection crews.
• Performs miscellaneous tasks as directed by foreperson.
• Uses materials and supplies efficiently and safely.
• Handles equipment responsibly and follows safety procedures.

Skills

Welding experience

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AWS Certified Welder (3G/4G)

Job description

Purpose/Summary

To provide general construction labor tasks, in an efficient and safe manner, as part of a welding crew to erect precast concrete panels.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Completes general construction labor tasks necessary to weld precast concrete panels


• Takes work direction from detail or erection 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

Welding experience

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 heights, including but not limited to ladders and aerial work platforms


• Ability to obtain membership to a local 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


• Certified Welder (AWS, 3g & 4g)

Physical Requirements

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

Work Environments

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