What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traveling Welder - Northeast position at Fabcon?
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:
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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
