CAULKING & WATERPROOFING LABORER

About the role

You will assist in the installation of sealants, caulking, waterproofing, coatings, and firestopping systems on buildings, ramps, and other construction structures. This role involves supporting field crews in preparing surfaces, applying materials, and ensuring all work is completed in accordance with project specifications and quality standards.

Safety is our highest priority. We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect, care, and accountability. Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices, look out for one another, and speak up about potential risks. Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day.

Salary range $24–$26, based on location and experience.

Why join our team

At Wells, you’re part of a team that takes pride in building something that lasts. Whether you’re in operations, a manufacturing facility, or out in the field, your work plays a direct role in creating quality structures that support our communities. We value hard work, reliability, and teamwork because getting the job done right requires collaboration. With a strong focus on safety, collaboration, and ingenuity, we create an environment where you can build your experience, contribute to meaningful work, and make an impact.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of crew/personnel, including proper use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE).
• Seal all precast and concrete joints and install other sealant or waterproofing systems.
• Patch and restore concrete or other similar surfaces as needed.
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools.
• Maintain a clean jobsite and trailer/truck.
• Follow direction of the field supervisor and foreman and bring any problems to their attention.
• Complete special projects as requested and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 2 years prior construction experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to operate a motor vehicle; precast concrete and construction site experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills to work effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and managers.
• Strong understanding of jobsite safety requirements and commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
• Professional attitude with the ability to represent the company appropriately on all job sites.
• Self-motivated and driven to complete tasks efficiently and with minimal supervision.
• Ability to learn and apply scopes of work within the sealants and restoration industry.
• Willingness and ability to travel as required for job assignments.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to complete projects efficiently.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 75 lbs occasionally and frequent bending, climbing, kneeling, twisting, squatting, crawling, and repetitive hand/arm use.
• Capable of standing, walking, and moving throughout the facility for extended shifts of up to 12 hours.
• Comfortable working at heights using ladders, scaffolding, swing stages, and man lifts frequently.
• Ability to work safely in a production or field environment with moderate to high exposure to safety risks and hazards.
• Willingness to work in varying environmental conditions, including wet, hot, humid, and cold weather, and outdoors (depending on location).
• Ability to wear all required PPE, including but not limited to safety boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, high visibility vest, hard hat, and other PPE as required by the task, department, or work area.

Benefits

Wells provides a competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial well-being, and work-life balance.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid disability and life insurance.
• Wellness incentives.
• Paid holidays and PTO.
• Flexible spending accounts and HSA options.
• 401(k) with profit sharing.
• Access to Nice Healthcare.
• Employee assistance resources.
• Pet insurance.
• Additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans.
• Health and family care leave available to both union and non-union employees.

Union employee benefits are provided through separate collective bargaining agreements.