Traveling Welder

About the Role

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

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 and supplies in an efficient manner
• Handles equipment in a responsible manner
• Follows established safety procedures and policies

Requirements

• Welding experience
• 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 (50% of the time or more, including overnights) and work overtime 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 a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Spatial awareness and depth perception
• Climb on a flatbed semi-trailer

Work Environments

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