Traveling Welder

Fabcon; Selkirk (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Fabcon is seeking a general construction laborer to support welding for precast panels on construction sites. The role emphasizes safe, efficient performance of labor tasks related to caulking panels and supporting the welding crew.

Responsibilities include taking direction from the foreperson, using materials efficiently, and maintaining strict safety standards. The position may require extensive travel (up to 50%) and occasional longer hours as needed.

Qualifications

• 3G & 4G Certified Welder is required.
• AWS Certification is required.
• Ability to carry out simple and complex verbal instructions and work with others.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to travel up to 50% or more and work hours outside standard schedule as needed.
• General knowledge of construction practices.

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

Welder certification

AWS Certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Purpose/Scope:

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

Purpose/Scope:

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:

• 3G & 4G Certified Welder
• 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

Work Environment:

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