Field Welder

• Base Pay $25.00 - $40.00 / Hour
• Job Category Construction, Welding, Skilled Trades
• Industry Construction, Fall Protection & Safety Equipment, Commercial Construction
• Employee Type Full-Time Non-Exempt
• Required Degree High school
• Travel 95%
• Manage Others No

Since 1994, Diversified Fall Protection (DFP) has been a full-service fall protection provider and trusted partner, dedicated to making workplaces safer. Our core purpose is simple yet powerful:
Saving Lives. As safety-minded professionals, we deliver integrated fall protection solutions with a focus on reducing risk and keeping workers safe.

At DFP, we believe that being Easy to Work With isn’t just a pledge — it’s a principle we live by every day. Guided by our Core Values — Resolven, Do the right thing, Be versatile, and Take people to higher ground — we strive to build trust with our customers, industry partners, and each other.

Everything we do is driven by the belief that the worker is at the center of our brand. When faced with decisions, we ask:
Which choice ensures that a worker makes it home at the end of the day? Our culture, commitment, and creative expression all serve this core purpose, often reflected in the message we stand behind: #No

Falls.

The Field Welder/Installation Technician 1 is responsible for safely fabricating, inspecting, and installing fall protection systems within budgeted time frames. This role requires strong problem-solving skills, adaptability to changing site conditions, and a detail-oriented mindset. Professional communication and customer service are essential when interacting with clients and team members. This position involves frequent travel—up to 95% of working hours—and offers regular opportunities for overtime.

Installation Technicians play a key role in delivering high-quality fall protection solutions to meet customer safety needs.

• Assist with layout and installation of fall protection systems on job sites nationwide under the direction of Project Managers.
• Support Installation Supervisors and Field Foremen with project tasks, including job packing, inventory tracking, and tool organization.
• Perform AWS D1.1-compliant field welding using SMAW (stick) in flat, vertical, and overhead positions; prep and clean steel prior to welding.
• Ensure welds meet CWI inspection standards; document with gauge photos and apply cold galvanizing compound post-inspection.
• Read and interpret construction drawings to ensure accurate placement of components and compliance with plans.
• Conduct equipment testing and certification under supervision in line with engineering specifications.
• Complete and submit accurate project documentation, including redlines, test logs, safety records, daily reports, and site photos.
• Maintain precise records of time worked, per diem, and travel activity.
• Adhere to all company, site-specific, and welding safety protocols; maintain proper PPE.
• Show initiative, strong work ethic, and a commitment to continuous skill development and performance improvement.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Basic knowledge of hand tools and general construction practices
• Strong commitment to safety and ability to follow established procedures and instructions
• Willingness and ability to work in varying field conditions, including rooftops and extreme temperatures
• Physically capable of lifting up to 75 lbs. and meeting PPE requirements (PPE provided)
• AWS D1.1 welding for stick in all positions (flat, vertical, overhead)
• LA City D1.1 welding certification
• Read engineered drawings, blueprints, plans, and tape measure
• Flexible and adaptable to…