Welder

If you are someone who takes pride in skilled, hands-on work and enjoys seeing the results of your craftsmanship make a real impact, this position could be perfect for you! As a welder and fabricator, you will not only repair equipment but also play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of an entire fleet. You will have the chance to create parts and work with a variety of tools and materials, enhancing your skills along the way. From trucks to plows and specialized components, you will engage in diverse projects while staying updated on new techniques and potentially earning certifications. This position offers a rewarding career path where your technical expertise is valued and your efforts contribute positively to the community.

In this position, you will engage in various welding and metalworking activities involving both ferrous and non-ferrous materials. You will use arc, acetylene, and MIG welding tools to cut, weld, and repair components for different types of Department machinery, such as trucks, cars, plows, spreaders, and trailers. Your tasks will also include fabricating new or replacement parts, performing minor mechanical work like installing and removing plow frames or chemical tanks, and operating equipment like forklifts and bucket trucks to assist with welding and fabrication. It is essential to use power tools safely, adhere to work orders, and apply the correct techniques when handling specialized materials like stainless steel, aluminum, cast iron, and steel.

Beyond the technical aspects, you will need to keep your work area safe and organized, stay updated on new welding techniques and equipment, and communicate with supervisors and purchasing staff about material needs. Following environmental protection guidelines is crucial, as is supporting the department's environmental goals through responsible practices. Additionally, you may need to pass a welding test to become certified for structural or bridge-related welding. Through these responsibilities, you will help maintain vital equipment and enhance the organization's overall safety, efficiency, and environmental stewardship.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Travel and overtime may be required, and work hours may change based on seasonal needs.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

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 Requirements:

• This position requires possession of an active Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

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.