Welder I/II - $1,000 Sign - on Incentive

The Ocfl; Orlando (FL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled Welders to join their team in Orlando. This role involves performing high-quality welding tasks using both acetylene and electric arc welding techniques. The ideal candidates will have a strong background in metal fabrication and equipment maintenance, ensuring the integrity of various metal structures. With a focus on safety and precision, you'll be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional service to the community. This position offers competitive pay, generous benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

10 paid holidays

2 floating holidays

18 days paid time off

Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance

Free basic life and long-term disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement program

Participation in Florida Retirement System

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent with relevant welding experience.
• Vocational training in welding is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled welding work on ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
• Maintain and repair welding equipment as needed.

Skills

Acetylene welding

Electric arc welding

Metal fitting

Equipment maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training in welding

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Welder I/II - $1,000 Sign-on Incentive

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Overview
At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction.

The Solid Waste Division is seeking a highly qualified individual to fill the position of Welder I or Welder II. This is a skilled position performing work in the use of acetylene and/or electric arc welding equipment to fuse or cut metallic articles, parts, or materials. Responsibilities include laying out, cutting, and fitting materials for welding.

Job Description

General Functions

Performs skilled welding work following accepted standards and techniques. This involves the application of trade skills to a wide variety of welding, brazing, and metal cutting jobs for ferrous and non-ferrous metals.

Representative Duties/Assignments

Welder I

• Preheats and cleans metals; lays out, cuts, and fits materials for welding.
• Selects proper welding heat and type/size of electrodes for correct penetration and strength of welded metals.
• Cuts and welds machinery and equipment parts.
• Performs skilled welding in the manufacture of special machinery and apparatus.
• Conducts proper equipment maintenance and makes minor repairs to welding equipment.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Welder II

• Preheats and cleans metals; lays out, cuts, and fits materials for welding.
• Selects proper welding heat and type/size of electrodes for correct penetration and strength of welded metals.
• Cuts and welds machinery and equipment parts.
• Orders materials to complete specific jobs.
• Determines approximate cost of labor and materials for specific jobs.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Welder I

High school graduate or equivalent and two years’ experience as a welder, one year of which may be vocational or technical training in welding; or 8th grade and six years’ experience as a welder; or graduate from vocational welding program.

Welder II

High school graduate or equivalent and three years’ experience as a welder, one year of which may be vocational or technical training in welding; or 8th grade and seven years’ experience.

Application Deadline

Open Date: 02/27/2025
Close Date: 03/30/2025
This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Salary Information

Pay Grade: 110 - From $19.51 to $25.74
Pay Grade: 111 - From $20.82 to $27.47
Placement based on Education and Experience

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays annually.
• 18 days paid time off per year.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
• Free basic life, long-term disability, and employee assistance for all family members effective on day one.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
• Tuition reimbursement program.

Disclaimer: Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.

Address

Orange County Utilities
Solid Waste Division – Landfill
5901 Young Pine Road
Orlando, FL 32829

Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete the pre-employment drug, physical, and background check.