Welder

The Department of Transportation is on the lookout for a skilled Welder to join their team. This role involves a diverse range of independent trade tasks, including the repair of components and structural welding for our equipment fleet. The successful candidate will also be responsible for fixing equipment frames, spreaders, and plows, as well as fabricating repair and body parts for various applications. Proficiency in using acetylene, arc, tungsten inert gas (TIG), metal inert gas (MIG), and similar welding equipment to join metals is essential. Do not miss the chance to apply today!

As a Welder for PennDOT in Fayette County, you will handle welding repairs and fabrication, including welding, brazing, soldering, and cutting ferrous and non-ferrous metals using MIG and TIG methods. Your tasks will involve laying out materials, fabricating parts, and repairing metal structures. These structures could include, but are not limited to, truck and automobile bodies, engine, and trailer parts. You will also demonstrate welding techniques to other staff. Your work will be performed independently and checked for adherence to quality and timeliness standards. You will maintain a safe workplace by following safety protocols and using the right gear. You must stay aware of your surroundings, keep your work area organized, and immediately report any accidents or injuries.

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 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
• 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.

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

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Commonwealth employees who wish to use their seniority rights must apply to the internal posting for their seniority rights to be considered.

• 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.

• 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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

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