FIELD WELDER LABORER

Job Duties

ABOUT THE ROLE

Perform general labor tasks safely and efficiently as a member of a precast installation crew. The Field Laborer works with wood, metal, and concrete materials, utilizing various hand and power tools, and reports directly to the Field Foreman and Field Superintendent. Responsibilities also include operating lifts and learning to weld, grout, and patch.

Salary range ($40.51-49.86). Based on location and experience.

SAFETY IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY. 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.

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 teamwork. 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.

WHAT WE OFFER

Wells provides a competitive benefits package designed to support employees' health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid disability and life insurance, wellness incentives, paid holidays, PTO, flexible spending accounts, HSA options, a 401(k) with profit sharing, access to Nice Healthcare, employee assistance resources, pet insurance, and additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans.

Health and family care leave is available to both union and non-union employees.

Union employee benefits are provided through separate collective bargaining agreements

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Follow work directions provided by the installation crew Foreman and Field Superintendent.

Perform general construction labor required for installing precast members.

Use materials and supplies efficiently.

Operate equipment, including concrete saws, safely and responsibly.

Clean and prepare footings for layout.

Learn grouting and welding techniques as required.

Manage rigging operations from the crane to connect to precast members.

Adhere to all company safety procedures and policies.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We're looking for candidates with general math skills, the ability to read tape measures and blueprints, and a foundational understanding of construction practices. The ideal candidate is comfortable working safely at heights, including on ladders, flatbed trailers, and aerial equipment. Professionalism, strong teamwork skills, and self-motivation are essential. Candidates must also be willing to travel and work in all types of weather conditions, including being away from home as needed.

IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE

High School Diploma or GED

2+ Years of Construction or manual labor experience preferred

OSHA 10 Hour certification

Ability to obtain membership in a local laborers' union.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 50 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.

This profile summarizes key duties and expectations but does not list every possible job task. Employees must follow all job-related instructions and duties assigned by supervisors.

Wells is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Minimum Experience Required

2 - 20 years

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

No

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$40.51 - $49.86 / Hourly

Postal Code

56097

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

3763735

Job Benefits

Not specified