Welder I or II - Fleet Operations Division

Texas Department of Transportation; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Welder I or II in the Fleet Operations Division! This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with a diverse team, performing essential welding techniques to fabricate and repair metal components. You'll enjoy comprehensive benefits, including health premiums paid at 100% for full-time employees and a recruitment bonus of up to $5,000. With a commitment to work-life balance and career development, this position is perfect for those eager to grow in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about welding and want to make a difference, apply today!

Benefits

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Leave and Holidays

Health Premiums Paid at 100%

On-the-Job Training

Tuition Assistance Program

Holistic Wellness Program

Career Development Opportunities

Family-Friendly Policies

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in welding and metal fabrication.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding techniques to fabricate and repair metal components.
• Inspect completed welds for compliance with specifications.

Skills

Welding

Metal Fabrication

Blueprint Interpretation

Inventory Control

Safety Standards

Communication

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Tools

Welding Equipment

Diagnostic Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

Performs a variety of welding techniques to fabricate, assemble, install, and repair metal and other weldable materials in the Fleet Operations Division Shop. May perform some design work. Employees at this level perform independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Essential Duties:

Welder I

• Calculates project material and labor requirements.
• Welds, solders, and brazes metal components, equipment, and/or structures.
• Interprets blueprints, specifications, diagrams, and schematics to determine appropriate welding method and equipment.
• Inspects completed welds for compliance with specifications.
• Sets up and operates welding and metal fabricating machines and equipment.
• May design simple components.
• May order stock and assists with inventory of welding supplies.
• Cleans, services, and maintains welding equipment.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
  
  

Welder II

All of the above, and:

• Designs simple components.
• Coordinates and orders stock and maintains inventory of welding supplies.
• Trains less experienced welders.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general education.

Experience:

Welder I: 1 year of experience in Welding, metal fabrication, sheet metal work, or related experience.

Welder II: 3 years of experience in Welding, metal fabrication, sheet metal work, or related experience.

(Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Certified or American Welding Society (AWS) Certified, or an equivalent is preferred.
  
  

Competencies:

• Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
• Materials design, specifications and applications
• The methods, materials and metals used in welding and metal fabrication
• Inventory/stock control procedures
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes
• Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
• Maintaining a safe working environment
• Using a variety of welding equipment and techniques
• Communicate effective
• Follow verbal and written instructions
  
  

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
• Subject to noise
• Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
• Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
• Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
  
  

Conditions of Employment:

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment forsafetyimpactpositions.This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
• Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
• Must be able to report for duty within 60 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.
• Will be required to work alternate schedules during an emergency response situation such as adverse weather events.
• Will be required to travel to other district/division shops within the state as needed.
  
  

Position Information

TxDOT's Fleet Operations Division is looking for a Welder I or II based in San Angelo, TX.

We have a diverse workforce of almost 13,000 employees statewide. If you want to build an exciting career, apply for this position!

At TxDOT we supply the diagnostic, hand, and power tools you need to get the job done, so you will not be required to provide your own tools.

This position may be eligible for a recruitment bonus of up to $5,000 for a selected candidate who is currently not employed by The Texas Department of Transportation.

We offer company-sponsored Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training with $0 upfront monetary commitment. Earn your full salary while training with lodging, transportation and per-diem provided if necessary.

Position Title Salary Grade/Range

Welder I $50,000 - $64,000

Welder II $55,000 - $67,000

This position is for one FOD Welder I or II. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Benefits And Perks

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs
  
  

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Job

Maint/Skilled Craft/Ferry Ops

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Level

Non-Management

Job Posting

May 8, 2025, 9:10:04 AM

State Job Title/s

Welder I, II

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

Applicant Information

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information