WELDER

WELLS: A CAREER WORTH BUILDING

Wells is one of the largest prefabricated building solution providers with locations across the central U.S., providing meaningful work in many different regions. We are a family-owned company that has celebrated 70 years of success. 

At the end of the day, we are a team of creators. Our 1,300 employees across the U.S. play an important role as catalysts, constructors, and community members. They are committed to reducing risk, building confidence, and deliberately planning for partners’ success — from vision through construction and beyond.

Every day, more architects, engineers, contractors, developers, and owners specify Wells precast building components for their construction needs and with this continued success, we are looking to hire a motivated self-starting Welder to join our team. The right candidate must be a problem-solver, have strong communication skills, and also be willing and ready to learn. 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Fabrication of production assemblies used in the production plant that meet the Company’s and PCI’s requirements of a certified welder.

*2:00PM Start time*

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operates forklifts, welders, all shears and punches, drill presses, and band saws
• Builds and sets up own jigs
• Perform welding tasks that meet the welding requirements established by the Company and PCI
• Ability to read basic blueprints
• Knowledge/experience working with gas/acetylene torch

EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Welding certification preferred, but willing to test
• Have adequate knowledge of the English language to be able to read steel orders, blueprints, and be able to communicate with other members of the crew
• Be an authorized forklift operator or be capable of learning the skills of operating a forklift. (Wells will train)
• Be experienced in operating overhead crane-ways. (Wells will train)
• Must have interpersonal communication skills to interact with co-workers, supervisors, and managers.
• Must be able to solve problems quickly and efficiently.
• General math skills and ability to read tape measure.
• Ability to work with others to get the project completed efficiently and work independently when needed.
• Understand and accept changes that are implemented to become Best in Class.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ ADA ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Physically able to lift up to 75 lbs, occasionally.
• Physically able to push, pull, lift, bend, climb, kneel, twist, squat, crawl and use hands/forearms repetitively and frequently.
• Ability to move around for up to 12 hours per day.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Moderate to high risk of exposure to unusual elements.
• Moderate to high risk of safety precautions.
• Moderate to high exposure to production environment.

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.

Wells is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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

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