DEC Welder Technician

ZipRecruiter; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in security solutions is seeking a DEC Technician to install and maintain detention-related equipment. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and at least three years of relevant experience, including welding skills. This role involves troubleshooting and emergency repairs, along with general building maintenance tasks.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of related experience.
• Welding experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain various detention-related equipment.
• Make emergency repairs to detention and security locking systems.
• Assist with building maintenance tasks.

Skills

Welding

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

The DEC Technician is responsible for the installation, adjustment, and maintenance of all types of detention-related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain equipment including, but not limited to, cylindrical, mortise, and rim locks, motor and manually driven detention equipment, detention locks, slider service, and maintenance.
• Install and maintain frames, doors, hardware, locks, sliders, furniture, and door closers.
• Install wire mesh, security ceilings, wall panels, glazing, and caulking.
• Plan, install, service, and test mechanical and electronic locking systems.
• Make emergency repairs to detention and security locking systems.
• Layout detention equipment for proper locations based on construction documents and shop drawings.
• Handle and distribute construction materials such as doors, frames, glass, hardware, steel furniture, and steel assemblies.
• Troubleshoot hardware and mechanical problems related to detention equipment.
• Be available for on-call assignments.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Service Manager and/or Coordinator.
• Open, repair, and change the combination of all types of locking devices and make keys for them.
• Repair and maintain all types of doors, door closers, exit devices, panic hardware, and related hardware.
• Operate manual key coding/cutting machines.
• Log issued and returned keys.
• Assist with building maintenance tasks such as plumbing, electrical, or other essential functions.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications and Skills

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 3 years of related experience.
• Welding experience.

Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.