Welder

Davita Inc.; Chambersburg (Franklin County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A state organization in Pennsylvania seeks a skilled Welder to maintain and fabricate metal structures critical to the transportation system. The position demands proficiency in various welding techniques and offers full-time employment with a steady schedule. Ideal candidates will have at least three years of related experience and be committed to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of welding experience or equivalent education.
• Active Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License required.
• Experience with welding equipment and metal fabrication essential.

Responsibilities

• Weld, braze, and cut metals for various projects.
• Collaborate with supervisors to prioritize tasks.
• Stay updated on welding techniques and safety standards.

Skills

Welding

Brazing

Cutting metals

Mig Welder

Education

Welding certificate D1.1 from AWS

Tools

Oxy-Acetylene Torch

Plasma Cutter

Spool Gun

Job description

THE POSITION

Do you have the skills and knowledge to repair, maintain, and fabricate metal parts, machinery, and structures that are at the core of Pennsylvania's transportation systems?If so, we invite you to apply for the Welder position at the Department of Transportation, Franklin County Maintenance Organization. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to enhance your career while utilizing your skills to address pressing issues and future challenges that impact all travelers in Pennsylvania.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this role, you will be responsible for welding, brazing, and cutting both ferrous and non-ferrous metals to support various projects, ranging from fences and highway bridges to engines and utility distribution systems. Your duties will involve exercising independent judgment to determine the most effective work methods and procedures, prioritizing tasks, and collaborating with your supervisor to decide whether to execute work in-house or through contracts, ensuring optimal utilization of our equipment. Our team will depend on you to stay updated on the latest techniques, materials, tools, and practices in the welding field while adhering to sound environmental and safety standards. Advance your career by joining our team today!

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Three years of experience in the operation and use of welding equipment, materials, and related shop equipment to repair, maintain, or fabricate parts, equipment, or structures; or
• Completion of a three-year, high school Vo-Tech training program in welding and eighteen months of experience in the operation and use of welding equipment, materials, and related shop equipment to repair, maintain, or fabricate parts, equipment, or structures; or
• Completion of an approved welder apprentice program; or
• A welding certificate D1.1 from the American Welding Society; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirement:

• This position requires possession of an active Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License.

Additional Requirements:

• You must have experience with using, operating and maintaining Mig Welder, Spool Gun, Oxy-Acetylene Torch and Plasma Cutter.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at [e-mail].

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.