Traveling Welder

Fabcon; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Fabcon in Indianapolis, IN seeks an experienced construction laborer to support a welding crew in erecting precast concrete panels. You will perform general labor tasks, follow foreperson directions, and maintain safety on site.

Qualified candidates have welding experience, can travel up to 50% (including overnight), hold a valid driver's license, and can work from heights. High school diploma preferred; union eligibility may apply.

Qualifications

• Welding experience is required.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal instructions.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%+, including potential overnight travel.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Ability to work from heights and maintain professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Assist welding crew with erection of precast concrete panels.
• Perform general construction labor tasks as directed by foreperson.
• Operate in accordance with safety procedures and policies.
• Maintain materials and equipment in an efficient, organized manner.
• Be capable of traveling as needed for project assignments.

Skills

Welding experience

Ability to follow instructions

Team collaboration

Work from heights

Travel up to 50%+

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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.

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