WELDER (2310)

Jefferson Parish; Harvey (LA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Parish is seeking a skilled Welder to fill multiple vacancies in the Sewerage and Parks & Recreation Departments. The role involves routine welding work, maintenance of equipment, and fabrication from drawings. Ideal candidates must have relevant experience or training certifications, along with a Class D Driver's license for operating a Parish vehicle.

Qualifications

• At least six months of verifiable, paid, journeyman-level welder experience.
• Proof of training from recognized welding programs is required.
• Candidates should possess a valid Class D Driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding repair on buildings, equipment, and fixtures.
• Read plans and fabricate from drawings while conducting routine maintenance.
• Maintain welding equipment and complete necessary reports.

Skills

Welding

Fabrication

Maintenance

Education

NCCER Welding program certification

AWS SENSE program certification

Tools

Oxygen and acetylene welding equipment

Electric arc welding equipment

TIG welding equipment

MIG welding equipment

Job description

EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO ESTABLISH AN EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL ONE (1) CURRENT EAST JEFFERSON VACANCY AND TWO (2) CURRENT EAST JEFFERSON VACANCIES IN THE SEWERAGE DEPARTMENT AS WELL AS ONE (1) CURRENT WEST JEFFERSON VACANCY IN THE PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT.

This employment list will also be used for future EAST AND WEST Jefferson vacancies in various Departments as they occur.

Under general supervision, the purpose of this position is to perform all routine work involved in welding. Position is responsible for the use of welding procedures in fabrication, preventive maintenance, and on construction projects. Employee in this position will read plans and fabricate from drawings. Welds on engines and pumps and welds will be required to withstand high heat and vibrations. Performs welding repair on buildings, equipment, fencing, pipe, pumps, fuel/gas lines such as; layout, cutting, fitting, brazing, brushing, chipping, and grinding. Employee performs oxygen and acetylene welding, tip welding, and heliarc welding of aluminum using Argon gas. Acetylene, electric arc, aluminum mig, tig welding, and brazing in the maintenance, fabrication, and repair of lift stations, equipment, and fixtures. Employee will maintain and make minor repairs to welding equipment. This position entails performing work at levels of up to 40 ft. Employee must be able to estimate time and materials used for a particular job and complete necessary reports. Operates a welding truck. Drives to and from various locations to perform job duties. This position is an essential, emergency duty status worker and may not be relieved of duty when the Parish President or his designee recommends a voluntary or mandatory evacuation of Jefferson Parish. Position requires driving of a Parish vehicle necessitating a class D license, thus possession of a valid Class D Driver's license and acceptable driving record will be given preference.

At least six (6) months of verifiable, paid, journeyman-level welder experience, directly related to the work described above.

OR

A verifiable training credential from an NCCER Welding program or an American Welding Society (AWS) SENSE program (or other verifiable professional certification in an AWS Welding program). Proof of training is required.

Related education, experience, and/or professional certification(s) above and beyond the minimum qualifications will be required for consideration of an entrance salary above the minimum rate but not to exceed the listed salary range.(ENTRANCEANDPROMOTIONAL)

Rating of Training and Experience - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Weighted 100%

The Rating of Training and Experience will be conducted through the answers to the supplemental questions on the application.Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their welding-related training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification and the Personnel Department reserves the right to determine the quality and quantity of education and experience claimed for credit.

JOB POSTING NO: 2310-09A
DATE: 08/12/11
RE-OPENED: 10/11/19
AMENDED: 02/12/21