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EFCO Forming & Shoring Solutions

Warehouse - Welder

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What they do

An Iron or Steel Worker installs iron or steel beams, girders or columns that create the structural frame for tall buildings, bridges or other large structures.

$64,976 / year median in Iowa

+16% projected growth

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Job Description

Warehouse
  • Welder EFCO Forming & Shoring Solutions Des Moines, IA Job Details Full-time 15 hours ago Benefits Health savings account AD&D insurance Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Qualifications Inspection gauge Machine shop presses Mechanical blueprint interpretation Press operation Measuring tapes Grinders Drill presses Maintaining an organized workspace Replacing parts Basic math Mechanical repair Mid-level Metal materials Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence Mechanical drawings Dimensional measurements Cutting torches Plasma cutters Decision making Fabrication repair techniques Safety equipment Power tools Clean workspace maintenance Safety standard operating procedures Gas metal arc welding Technical Proficiency Full Job Description Are you a construction-minded professional with a passion for building and making a lasting impact in the industry?
At EFCO, we don't just build concrete structures, we build careers, partnerships, and opportunities. Established in 1934, we deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that make construction safer and more efficient. Headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, EFCO is a growing, people-focused company committed to Quality, Integrity, Innovation, and Super Service. From engineering and design to manufacturing and field support, we help customers turn vision into reality while achieving the Lowest In-Place Concrete Cost (LIPCC). Purpose Perform Basic Stick and MIG welding operations on standard and custom parts using proper tools, techniques, and safety practices. Maintain weld quality while contributing to continuous production flow and adherence to safety standards. EFCO Culture & Safety Statement Act with Integrity by demonstrating honesty, responsibility, trustworthiness, and respect in all actions. Strive for Quality through continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making. Embrace Innovation by being self-aware, collaborative, and curious. Deliver Super Service by creating value and consistently exceeding customer expectations. At EFCO, the health and safety of our team members, visitors, and contractors is an overriding priority and EFCO is committed to promoting a safe and healthy work environment by requiring all team members to participate in environmental, safety, and health program activities. This includes always wearing required personal protective equipment; participating in safety training; engaging in and supporting safety activities including reporting hazards, unsafe work practices & near misses, incidents involving property damage, and any / all injuries
  • no matter how minor
  • immediately to their supervisor or manager.
Key Responsibilities Perform Welding Tasks (40%) Operate MIG welder to join metal components on standard and custom products. Use appropriate weld settings and fixtures to maintain weld integrity. This work is performed on completely built parts either new or used condition. Support Retrofit, Modification, and Repair (40%) Complete retrofits and modify standard products as directed. Repair forms and components following specifications and quality standards. This work may be done with a heating or cutting torch, plasma cutting machine, portable press, magnetic base drill press, or other approved methods for straightening or replacing damaged components. Read Drawings and Interpret Specifications (10%) Review and interpret engineering drawings to determine weld locations, sizes, and sequence. Use tape measures and gauges to confirm dimensions to 1/32". Maintain a Clean and Safe Work Area (10%) Keep workspaces free from debris and organized for efficient workflow. Adhere to all environmental and safety procedures and policies. Additional duties may be assigned as required by business necessity may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing to meet organizational goals and priorities. Qualifications Welding experience Familiarity with mechanical drawings and measurement tools Experience with torch, plasma cutter, hydraulic press, grinder and basic power tools Ability to assess repairs and identify safest and most efficiency course of action including when a repair should not be performed.
Core Competencies Technical Skills:
Proficiently uses job-specific tools, systems, and procedures to perform tasks effectively.
Responsibility:
Takes ownership of actions, tasks, and outcomes; follows through on commitments.
Mathematics:
Applies basic and advanced math skills accurately in job-related functions.
Adaptability:
Adjusts quickly and effectively to changing circumstances, priorities, and feedback.
Collaboration:
Works well with others toward shared goals, contributing constructively to team efforts. EFCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands Level III Work:
Exerting up to 70 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently, and/or 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks with or with or without a reasonable accommodation:
Climbing:
Rarely Hearing, speaking: Continuously. Must communicate with others and discriminate sounds with machines
Vision:
Continuously Balancing:
Occasionally to Frequently depending on the work environment.
Standing:
Frequently to
Continuously Sitting:
Rarely to
Continuously Walking:
Frequently Forward bend in standing: Occasionally to Frequently Rotation in standing:
Occasionally Squatting:
Occasionally to
Frequently Kneeling:
Occasionally to
Frequently Stooping:
Occasionally to frequently Static postures: Occasionally to Frequently Right-hand Left-hand coordination: continuous with average eye/hand coordination
Reaching:
Frequently Crawling:
Occasionally Crouching:
Occasionally to Frequently Repetitive Motions
  • Shoulders, elbows, wrists, hands, fingers: Frequently to Continuously Elevated work: Crown level 5 lbs up to 2 mins occasionally, and rarely 20 lbs up to 20 secs Floor to waist vertical lift: Frequently 25 lbs, occasionally up to 50 lbs Waist to crown vertical lift: Frequently 25 lbs, occasionally up to 50 lbs Horizontal carry: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally up to 50 lbs for 25 feet One hand carry: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally up to 50 lbs for 25 feet Push horizontally: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs, and Rarely up to 70 lbs for 20 feet Pull horizontally: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs, and Rarely up to 70 lbs for 20 feet One hand pull right hand: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs for 20 ft One hand pull left hand: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs for 20 ft Left hand repetitive coupling: Frequently 65 lbs, Occasionally up to 80 lbs Right hand repetitive coupling: Frequently 65 lbs, Occasionally up to 80 lbs Expertise in: Ability to regularly perform all job functions at company office or worksite Ability to withstand environmental conditions such as extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, noises.
Etc. Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required Working Arrangement This role will work 100% onsite at our Des Moines, IA location. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance Flexible Spending Account Health Savings Account Life and AD&D insurance 401k options PTO Tuition Reimbursement 10 paid holidays Employee Assistance Program EFCO Culture and Safety Act with
INTEGRITY
by demonstrating honesty, responsibility, trustworthiness, and respect in all actions. Strive for QUALITY through continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making. Embrace
INNOVATION
by being self-aware, collaborative, and curious. Deliver
SUPER SERVICE
by creating value and consistently exceeding customer expectations. At EFCO, the health and safety of our team members, visitors, and contractors is an overriding priority and EFCO is committed to promoting a safe and healthy work environment by requiring all team members to participate in environmental, safety, and health program activities. This includes always wearing required personal protective equipment; participating in safety training; engaging in and supporting safety activities including reporting hazards, unsafe work practices & near misses, incidents involving property damage, and any/all injuries
  • no matter how minor
  • immediately to their supervisor or manager.
  • EFCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. The company reserves the right to modify, update, change and/or make corrections to this job description, at the sole discretion of senior leadership, at any time during the employee's employment term, at the sole discretion of management. Quality | Integrity | Innovation | Super Service