Traveling Welder

Job Description

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 (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

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

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