Traveling Welder

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

Education

• High School or better in General Studies

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