Welder - PennDOT Winter Maintenance

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; Presencial; USD 28 000 - 39 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Winter Maintenance Welder in Beaver County to support PennDOT operations during winter. The role involves welding and repairing essential equipment to keep roads safe and service reliable.

Applicants should have substantial welding experience, hold a PA Class C Driver's License, and be available for 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM shifts. This is a seasonal full-time position with overtime as needed; telework is not offered.

Qualificações

• Three years of welding experience with welding equipment, materials and shop tools.
• Or completion of a three-year Vo-Tech welding program with eighteen months of related experience.
• Or completion of an approved welder apprentice program.
• Or a welding certificate D1.1 from the American Welding Society.
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsabilidades

• Welding repairs: weld and cut on equipment, vehicle parts, structural components, and bridge materials.
• Metal preparation: pre heat, clean, cut, and fit metals for fabrication and repair.
• Equipment fabrication: create or modify parts for plows, frames, and winter service gear.
• Tool operation: safely use power tools, air tools, and welding equipment.
• Equipment handling: operate forklifts, trucks, and related machinery during tasks.
• Worksite safety: maintain a clean, safe work area and follow safety procedures.

Conhecimentos

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Formação académica

Vo-Tech welding program

AWS D1.1 welding cert

Welder apprentice program

Ferramentas

Welding equipment

Power tools

Shop machinery

Forklifts

Descrição da oferta de emprego

THE POSITION

Bring your technical skill and problem solving mindset to a role that helps keep Pennsylvania moving. The PennDOT Winter Maintenance Welder position in Beaver County provides the opportunity to work on essential equipment and perform important repairs. Your expertise will make a real impact during the winter months. Be part of a team that depends on strong workmanship and dedication.

THE POSITION

Bring your technical skill and problem solving mindset to a role that helps keep Pennsylvania moving. The PennDOT Winter Maintenance Welder position in Beaver County provides the opportunity to work on essential equipment and perform important repairs. Your expertise will make a real impact during the winter months. Be part of a team that depends on strong workmanship and dedication.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position performs skilled welding and repair work that supports the safe operation of PennDOT equipment throughout the winter season. As a Winter Welder, you will perform the following duties:

• Welding Repairs: Complete welding and cutting tasks on equipment, vehicle parts, structural components, and bridge materials
• Metal Preparation: Pre heat, clean, cut, and fit metals for fabrication and repair work
• Equipment Fabrication: Create or modify parts for plows, frames, and other winter service equipment
• Tool Operation: Safely use power tools, air tools, and welding equipment needed for fabrication and repair
• Equipment Handling: Operate forklifts, trucks, and related machinery during welding and repair tasks
• Worksite Safety: Maintain a clean and safe work area and follow all required safety procedures

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information

• Seasonal full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Mandatory or unscheduled overtime associated with operational and seasonal needs may be required.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

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 be able to perform essential job functions.

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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

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.