Traveling Welder

Fabcon Precast; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Fabcon Precast in Hartford, CT is seeking a general construction laborer to support welding for precast panels. You will perform basic labor tasks, follow direction from the welding foreperson, and work safely on site.

The role requires AWS certification, ability to follow verbal instructions, teamwork, and willingness to travel up to 50% with occasional overnight travel. A high school diploma and a valid driver's license are preferred. You must be able to climb ladders and operate at heights.

Qualifications

• AWS Certification
• Ability to follow verbal instructions
• Ability to work well with others and maintain professional conduct
• 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 transportation
• Ability to travel extensively, up to 50% or more, including occasional overnight travel, and to work hours outside the standard schedule as needed

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

Teamwork

Verbal instruction follow-through

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

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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