Traveling Welder

Fabcon Precast; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Fabcon Precast in Worcester, MA is seeking a general construction laborer to support welding work for precast concrete panels. This role focuses on completing tasks efficiently and safely under the direction of the welding crew foreperson.

Responsibilities include caulking panels, handling materials, operating on ladders and aerial platforms, and traveling up to 50% with potential overnight stays. A valid AWS certification and basic construction knowledge are required.

Qualifications

• AWS Certification required or preferred.
• Ability to follow simple and complex verbal instructions.
• 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

AWS Certification

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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