Base Assembly Construction Laborer/Welder – Day Shift
About The Position
Haakon is an established industrial manufacturer known for quality, reliability, and long-term stability. We build real equipment, solve real problems, and take pride in the work we do. Our culture is built on accountability, teamwork, continuous improvement, and ownership. This is a place for people who want to grow, contribute, and master their craft. We are hiring a Bases/Sawyer team member to cut materials and assemble bases used in custom commercial and industrial HVAC equipment. This role includes reading prints, measuring materials, converting fractions to decimals, completing sawyer calculations, operating saws and power tools, and supporting the base assembly process. Accuracy matters because properly measured and cut materials affect every stage that follows. This is an entry-level opportunity for someone with strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn. This is a safety-sensitive position. Safe work practices and attention to detail are required at all times.
Requirements
- Able to read a tape measure or willing to learn
- Comfortable working with fractions, decimals, and basic shop math
- Comfortable using hand and power tools
- Able to follow prints, visual aids, work instructions, and demonstrated processes
- Strong attention to detail and pride in producing accurate work
- Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic
- Able to learn new tasks, apply feedback, and adapt to production needs
- Team-oriented and willing to help wherever needed
- Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening
- Must be able to work safely around saws and other industrial equipment
- Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position
Nice To Haves
- Manufacturing, construction, carpentry, fabrication, or other skilled labor experience
- Experience using saws, hand tools, or power tools
- Experience reading prints, drawings, or work instructions
- Experience measuring and cutting materials accurately
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Responsibilities
- Read prints, measurements, and production instructions
- Measure materials accurately using a tape measure
- Convert fractions to decimals and complete basic sawyer calculations
- Cut materials according to required dimensions and specifications
- Assist with assembling bases for custom HVAC equipment
- Use saws, hand tools, power tools, fabrication equipment, and rigging safely
- Follow established safety policies and build standards
- Inspect measurements, cuts, and completed work for accuracy
- Keep tools and work areas clean, organized, and ready for production
- Work with your team to meet production schedules while maintaining quality and safety standards
Benefits
- 4-day work week with 3-day weekends
- 100% employer-paid medical and dental
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Opportunities to learn additional production skills and advance
- Opportunities to work in different areas and expand your capabilities
- Stable, long-term work with consistent hours
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
