Welder

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Chaska (PA, MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Welder to join their team within the Department of Transportation. This full-time role involves welding, brazing, and cutting various metals to support essential projects that enhance the transportation systems in Pennsylvania. You will be responsible for exercising independent judgment in work methods while ensuring safety and efficiency in operations. If you have a passion for metalwork and a desire to contribute to meaningful infrastructure projects, this is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in welding and related equipment.
• Completion of a welder apprentice program or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Weld, braze, and cut ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
• Maintain knowledge of welding methods and safety practices.

Skills

Welding

Brazing

Cutting metals

Independent judgement

Education

High school Vo-Tech training in welding

Welding certificate D1.1

Tools

Welding equipment

Shop equipment

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? We want you to apply for this Welder position with the Department of Transportation in Mercer County. Advance your career and share your talents in a way that makes a meaningful difference to real and timely concerns along with future challenges that affect all people who travel in Pennsylvania!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will weld, braze, and cut ferrous and non-ferrous metals to complete projects involving machinery and equipment from fences and highway bridges to engines, utility distribution equipment and systems, and more! Your responsibilities will include exercising independent judgement in determining work methods and procedures, prioritizing work, and communicating with your supervisor to collectively decide whether to do the work in house or by contract so that our equipment can be utilized efficiently and productively. Our team will rely on you to maintain your knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and practices of the welding trade and demonstrate sound environmental and safety practices. Move your career forward and join 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. Bid shift for winter season.
• 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 Requirements:

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

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation.

Commonwealth employees who wish to use their seniority rights must apply to the internal posting for their seniority rights to be considered.

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.