Traveling Welder

Fabcon; Trenton (MI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Fabcon in Michigan seeks a general construction laborer to support welding crews in erecting precast concrete panels. You will perform field tasks, follow foreperson directions, and work safely in all weather conditions. The role requires welding experience, ability to travel up to 50% (including overnights), and a valid driver's license.

High school diploma and union membership eligibility may be needed. You will help manage materials, operate basic equipment, and adhere to safety policies

Qualifications

• Welding experience is required.
• Ability to follow simple and complex verbal instructions.
• Ability to work well with others and maintain professional conduct.
• Ability to work from heights (ladders, aerial platforms).
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% or more, including overnight travel.

Responsibilities

• Completes general construction labor tasks necessary to weld precast concrete panels.
• Takes direction from the foreperson or erection crew lead.
• May perform other duties as directed by the foreperson.
• Uses materials and supplies efficiently.
• Handles equipment responsibly.
• Follows established safety procedures and policies.

Skills

Welding experience

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AWS 3G & 4G Welding Certification

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