The Middlesex Corporation
Welder
The Middlesex Corporation, Kittery, Maine
The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in the heavy civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded by Robert W. Pereira has developed an extensive client and project list through its consistent efforts to safely build America’s infrastructure. The Middlesex Corporation specializes in building and reconstructing highways, bridges, marine, rail, and transit facilities through its collaborative team approach and focus on core values. In addition, Middlesex Asphalt in Central Florida is one of the largest and most productive asphalt plants in the United States with Middlesex Paving earning an equally solid regional presence and reputation. Position Summary: Under general supervision, performs welding projects as needed ensuring duties are performed in a safe, efficient and effective manner. Responsibilities: Comply with (and actively promote) all Safety policies and procedures including reporting all accidents, incidents and near misses to ensure adherence to our Number One Core Value – Safety, first in everything we do. Weld structural members with consistent quality and safe work practices by understanding and following layouts, blueprints and work orders. Identify different types and preparation of materials used in structural welding. Understand proper care in handling materials. Identify and use various types of welding tools, wire, and machines. Troubleshoot by understanding blueprints, identify issues, and taking corrective actions. Perform initial QA/QC checks on finished work to ensure conformance with specifications. Keep a clean and organized shop. Maintain stock and re-order levels. Qualifications: Minimum of 3 years of experience structural welding. Proficient in the use of cutting torch, plasma arc, and cutting machines. Prior experience working off lifts or staging. Prior rigging experience is a plus. Necessary Attributes: Must possess the ability to adapt to different personalities and management styles. Team player and with strong interpersonal skills, dedicated and hardworking. Self-starter with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong commitment to success of all. Possess a strong work ethic. Demonstrate the upmost professionalism in how you represent yourself. Show quality in everything you do. Lead with integrity while producing high quality work. We offer our full-time and eligible part time team members a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. Benefits include medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible team members and dependents, employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, top-tier 401k with matching, tuition reimbursement, industry leading referral program, and generous paid time off.