What are the responsibilities and job description for the FIELD LABORER position at Wells?
About The Role
Performs general labor duties as part of a precast installation crew, working safely and efficiently with wood, metal, and concrete using hand and power tools. Reports to the Field Foreman and Field Superintendent. Operates lifts and receives training in welding, grouting, and patching.
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.
We are looking for a candidate with general math skills and the ability to accurately read a tape measure and blueprints. The ideal candidate will have a basic understanding of construction practices and be able to safely work from heights using ladders, flatbed trailers, or aerial equipment. Strong teamwork skills and the ability to maintain professional conduct at all times are essential. We seek someone who is self-motivated, driven to complete tasks, and willing to travel and work outdoors in all types of weather conditions, including being away from home as needed.
IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE
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.
Performs general labor duties as part of a precast installation crew, working safely and efficiently with wood, metal, and concrete using hand and power tools. Reports to the Field Foreman and Field Superintendent. Operates lifts and receives training in welding, grouting, and patching.
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
- Take direction from the Foreman and Field Superintendent
- Perform general construction tasks to install precast members
- Use materials and supplies efficiently
- Operate equipment—especially concrete saws—safely and responsibly
- Clean and prepare footings for layout
- Learn grouting and welding
- Handle rigging and assist with hooking precast members to the crane
- Follow all company safety procedures and policies
We are looking for a candidate with general math skills and the ability to accurately read a tape measure and blueprints. The ideal candidate will have a basic understanding of construction practices and be able to safely work from heights using ladders, flatbed trailers, or aerial equipment. Strong teamwork skills and the ability to maintain professional conduct at all times are essential. We seek someone who is self-motivated, driven to complete tasks, and willing to travel and work outdoors 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
- Membership eligibility for the local laborers' union is required
- Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 75 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.
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.