Mechanic/Technician - Welder

The University of Texas at Austin; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health coverage

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Retirement contributions

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin seeks a Mechanic/Technician - Welder for the Pickle Research Campus to maintain, repair, and operate ARL facilities. This non-exempt role requires journey-level welding skills and the ability to lift up to 80 lbs.

Responsibilities include building weldments, erecting metal structures, installing water and air lines, developing welding procedures with the team, and painting weldments. A HS/GED with 5 years of related experience is required.

Qualifications

• HS/GED with five years of journey-level welding or related experience.
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs and work at heights.
• Experience welding stainless steel and aluminum.

Responsibilities

• Build construction weldments.
• Erect metal structures.
• Install water and air lines.
• Collaborate with welding team to develop procedures.
• Paint metal weldments.
• Assist other trades as needed.

Skills

Welding

Teamwork

Safety

Education

HS/GED

Tools

Power tools

Lasers

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Job description

Job Posting Title: Mechanic/Technician - Welder

Hiring Department: Applied Research Laboratories

Position Open To: All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date: Immediately

Position Duration: Expected to Continue

Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

Job Details

Purpose To provide journey-level skills in welding that is required for the maintenance, repair, and operation of Applied Research Laboratories (ARL) Facilities.

Responsibilities

• Build construction weldments
• Erect metal structures
• Install water and air lines
• Collaborate with the welding team to develop welding procedures
• Paint metal weldments
• Assist other trades as needed

Required Qualifications

HS/GED Five years of experience, three of which should be journey level experience in one of the following fields: carpentry, welding, plumbing, HVAC, Electrical, metal building fabrication and painting. Must be able to lift 80 lbs. Must be able to work over water and at heights. Ability to weld both stainless steel and aluminum. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. Evidence of skills in the following areas: working with new technologies, being highly organized, planning and coordinating multiple tasks, effective time management, attention to detail, effective problem solving skills, using excellent judgment, working independently with sensitive and confidential information, maintaining a professional demeanor, working as a team member without daily supervision, effectively communicating with all groups of clients, working under pressure, accepting supervision and demonstrating regular/punctual attendance.

US Citizen

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in commercial framing and carpentry, with a strong understanding of layout, blueprint reading, and on-site measurements. Candidates should be comfortable working with both metal stud and wood framing, installing sheathing, blocking, and backing, and setting door frames and rough openings in coordination with other trades. A good working knowledge of commercial construction methods, materials, and job site safety is expected. Applicants should be skilled with power tools, saws, and lasers, and experienced in operating overhead cranes, forklifts, boom lifts, and other construction-related equipment. Able to work efficiently with minimal supervision and collaborate well within a crew. Reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic are essential, along with the physical ability to lift materials and work on ladders, scaffolds, or lifts as required.

Driving Required

This job requires a class 'C' operator's driver's license. The applicant selected must provide a current three year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident.

General Notes

An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
• Retirement contributions
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid holidays

Salary Range $52,000-$56,000+/negotiable based on qualifications.

Working Conditions

• May work in all weather conditions.
• May work in extreme temperatures.
• May work around electrical and mechanical hazards.
• May work at heights up to 60 feet. Climbing of ladders. Lifting and moving.
• Some weekend, evening and holiday work.
• Frequent use of manuals and books.
• Some intrastate/interstate travel.

Required Materials

Resume/CV, 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor, Letter of interest.

Employment Eligibility

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following: E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.

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