Welder/Steam Technician

Appalachian State University; Boone (NC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian State University is seeking a Welder/Steam Technician to maintain and repair campus steam and water systems. This permanent full-time position requires a high school diploma and relevant experience, with responsibilities including fabrication and installation of metal components. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical trades or equivalent education.
• Ability to operate university vehicles with a valid driver’s license.
• Welding certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair campus steam and water distribution systems.
• Fabricate and install metal components across campus.
• Troubleshoot and install building mechanical systems.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Welding

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of apprenticeship

Job description

Welder/Steam Technician

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please list a minimum of 3 professional references in the application.

Appalachian State University Benefits Information:https://hr.appstate.edu/hr-services/benefits

Finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check.

Must be able to operate university owned vehicles with a valid driver’s license.

Posting Details

Work experience or education that is NOT included on the application will NOT be considered when screening your application. Please include ALL work experience and education on the application to ensure that you receive the appropriate credit toward qualification for this position.

Position Summary Information Classification Title Facility Maintenance Technician-Mechanical Trades Working Title Welder/Steam Technician Location Boone, NC Job Category 7 Position Number 093851 Not Eligible for Visa Sponsorship VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S Department Facilities Operations - Mechanical Engineering - 41000R Minimum Qualifications Graduation from high school or equivalent. Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the position’s role may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Trainee/Apprenticeship: Graduation from high school or equivalent. Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the position’s role may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. After successful completion of a one year apprenticeship in the assigned trade(s), the position can be updated to the Contributing Level.

Special Note: This is a generalized representation of positions in this class and is not intended to reflect essential functions per ADA . Examples of competencies are typical of the majority of positions, but may
not be applicable to all positions. License/Certification Required Essential Job Functions

• Maintenance and repair of campus steam, condensate, water distribution, and collection infrastructure.
• Maintenance, repair, and replacement of steam valves, pressure regulators, condensate pumps, and condensate traps.
• Repair, fabrication, and installation of metal components and equipment across campus.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position

• Employee provides technical knowledge and expertise in the maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and installation of underground campus steam and condensate systems as well as associated system components.
• In addition, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of building mechanical, steam, and hydronic systems.
• Also performs maintenance, repair, and installation of the campus water distribution system when required.
• Ability to weld various types of metal. Ability to operate University owned vehicles with a valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Some knowledge of steam and condensate systems.
• Welding certification and experience in cutting pipe and steel.
• History of good work ethic and teamwork skills.
• Some knowledge of welding practices for stainless steel and aluminum.
• Commercial Driver’s License.

Type of Position Permanent Full-Time Staff/Non-Faculty Staff/Non-Faculty Appointment Type 1.0 Work Schedule/Hours Monday through Friday, 6:00 am – 3:00 pm. Schedule may vary due to work load and service activities. Work may be required past normal eight hour day, weekends, and/or holidays. This position is subject to primary and secondary call back schedules.

This position is MANDATORY and required to work during adverse weather events and emergency closures. Number of Hours Per Week 40 Number of Months Per Year 12 Mandatory Staff Yes Physical Demands of Position Employee will be subject to several extremes of heat, cold, dust and dirt on a daily basis. Heavy lifting in excess of 100 pounds is also required on a limited basis. Call back situations may necessitate emergency repairs in extremes of inclimate weather. Overall Competency Level Journey Salary Grade Equivalency Salary Range Anticipated Hiring Range $41,736 - $47,505 Required Functional Competencies to Successfully Perform Job Duties. Knowledge-Technical: Performs a limited variety of recurring and related tasks/functions using easily understood steps/processes/functions/applications to perform corrective and preventive maintenance or construction of facilities. Provides technical assistance to others by troubleshooting simple facilities maintenance issues and determining their cause. More complex issues are typically referred to a higher level technician. Skilled at operating basic tools and equipment of assigned trade(s).

Work-Coordination: Understands objectives and priorities related to activities and tasks in order to follow plans and scheduled projects. Recognizes and obtains required equipment, materials, and tools that are needed to do the job. Accomplishes tasks within established timeframes. Understands obstacles/roadblocks, by following prescribed processes to ensure timely task accomplishment. Pay will be commensurate with applicant competencies, budget, equity and market considerations. Posting Details Information Posting Date 05/20/2025 Closing Date 06/10/2025 Competency Level Statement If no applicants apply who meet the required competencies, then management may consider other applicants at a lower competency level. Special Instructions to Applicants Please list a minimum of 3 professional references in the application.

Appalachian State University Benefits Information:https://hr.appstate.edu/hr-services/benefits

Finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check.

Must be able to operate university owned vehicles with a valid driver’s license. Search Chair Name Bradford Snyder Search Chair Email [e-mail] Applicant Pool Preference External (Post on the Web) Departmental Information Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/51067 Posting Number 201502887P

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