Heavy Equipment Welder/Fabricator — Fleet Maintenance Pro

State of Main; Augusta (AR); On-site; USD 61,905,000 - 83,743,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

3+ weeks vacation leave

12 days sick leave

Health insurance coverage

MainePERS retirement plan

Job summary

Maine Department of Transportation in Augusta, ME is hiring a Welder/Fabricator to perform welding, fabrication, maintenance and repair of metal objects and equipment used in construction and snow removal operations.

The role involves reading blueprints, fabricating structures, and overseeing others on welding tasks. Preference for candidates with heavy equipment experience and proficiency with shop tooling and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years experience in welding, metal fabrication, or related field.
• Knowledge of metallurgical science and welding techniques.
• Ability to read technical handbooks and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Weld, fabricate, repair and maintain metal structures and equipment.
• Disassemble, design and assemble parts from sketches or plans.
• Operate welding and fabrication equipment; supervise others as needed.
• Inspect workmanship and ensure safety standards are met.

Skills

Welding

Fabrication

Blueprint reading

Heavy equipment maintenance

Hydraulic systems

Machining tools

Tools

Hydraulic brakes

Shears

Band saws

Overhead cranes

Presses

Job description

Maine Department of Transportation in Augusta, ME is hiring a Welder/Fabricator to perform welding, fabrication, maintenance and repair of metal objects and equipment used in construction and snow removal operations.

The role involves reading blueprints, fabricating structures, and overseeing others on welding tasks. Preference for candidates with heavy equipment experience and proficiency with shop tooling and safety practices.