Artistic Fabricator / Installer

Paragon Fabrication • Full-time • Springfield, Missouri, United States • $18 - $22 / hour • 3m ago

Position Summary
The Artistic Fabricator/ Installer will be a valuable member of the Fabrication team. This individual will prepare various substrates such as wood, plywood, acrylic, and metal for the designed purpose. Additionally, ensuring that the substrates are properly treated, assembled, and finished to meet project requirements. This individual will analyze and review project plans, specifications, AutoCAD drawings, etc. to gain full understanding of the project. Attention to detail, craftsmanship, and ability to work as part of a team will contribute to the successful completion of projects. The Artistic Fabricator / Installer will travel to jobsites to install custom fabricated architectural and theming elements built by Paragon Fabrication. The Artistic Fabricator / Installer will report to Shop Manager while in the shop and the Install Coordinator while in the field.

Responsibilities

Must be familiar with the project being installed, have a thorough understanding of how it is designed, built and is put together.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Assist in fabricating, test fitting projects and final fit and finish.
Assist on projects in shop as required.
Must be willing to travel. (This position may have the opportunity for some bonus travel pay.)
Assist in the installation as needed.
Follow all company policies and safety practices.
Be a team player.
Have a positive professional demeanor and the ability to work in a collaborative and respectful manner.
Able to handle work-related stress effectively.
Excellent time management skills to work on and keep track of multiple projects simultaneously.
Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment.
Knowledge of and adhering to safety codes (OSHA)
Adhering and recognizing proper safety procedures and potential hazards.
Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

2-5 years of related experience.
Formal accredited education preferred.
Ability to work back-to-back long days (12-hour days) if the project demands.
Able to work on a flexible schedule if the project demands.
Extensive Travel is required - possibility of 160+ days per year.
Valid Class E Driver’s License.

Valuable Skills

General Construction and Carpentry Skills.
Ability and knowledge of working with power tools.
General knowledge of woodworking methods and materials.
General knowledge of safety protocols: OSHA regulations.
Must be able to read a tape measure.
Must be able to read and understand project plans and documents.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Has good common sense and the ability to problem solve.
Able to follow instructions.
Strong commitment to attendance and punctuality.
A good team player.

Physical Demands of the Job

Work from lifts, ladders, and scaffolding.
Must be able to sit, stand and walk for long periods of time on a daily basis.
Must be able to kneel, bend, stoop, push/pull, crouch and balance for long periods of time on a daily basis.
Must be able to lift and carry in excess of 75 pounds.
Must be able to and comfortable with work in high places and in small, cramped places in very dirty and dusty environments, hot humid places as well as cold places.
Must be able to use hands for grasping and fine manipulation.
Must be able to read, write and speak with positive attitude with ability to recall, remember and work well under stress for long periods of time on a daily basis.

What Employees Value about Paragon

We create wow from start to finish; We play to win; We do the right thing, period; What we do, we do well; We think like customers and act like owners; We think big, have fun and do good; We believe that success is a team sport. Our mission statement is to consistently exceed our client’s expectations by designing and delivering engaging environments.

About Paragon

Paragon is an award-winning, design leader in the professional AVL industry. With an extensive, nation-wide client base, the company is dedicated to building highly effective and engaging environments for places of worship, auditoriums, sports complexes, amusement parks, corporate spaces, and other venues of all sizes with requirements involving professional audio, video, lighting, rigging, signage, scenic, staging, and fabrication in a design-build format. The turn-key, design-build services from Paragon enable more holistically designed systems, greater flexibility, cost savings, and confidence in the investment. Most importantly, they deliver the benefit of single-source accountability. From start to finish, Paragon is committed to unparalleled excellence with every project being on time, on target, and on budget.

Paragon is an equal opportunity employer. Paragon offers competitive salaries and benefit packages that include medical, dental and vision health insurance, long-term and short-term disability, 401K with company matching, PTO, nine paid holidays and Sam’s club membership. The company covers the cost of airline travel and car rental when required, offers daily per-diem when travelling and provides single room accommodations. The company works diligently to foster and maintain an excellent company culture.

Conditions of Employment
Successful candidate must pass all background checks. Candidate must meet the physical demands of the job description as stated throughout the duration of holding the position with Paragon.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

What skills, knowledge, and experience make you a good candidate for this position?
The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday from 7 AM - 3:30 PM, sometimes this position will require 12-hour days. Are you able to work back-to-back 12-hour days if the project demands?

Experience: