Position will be open until filled.

There is one vacancy in the Utility Maintenance Division, which will be filled in any combination of the following job categories: Welder or Welder Sr.

WELDER POSITION:

GENERAL PURPOSE: Under general supervision, welds metal components together to fabricate parts and repair vehicles, equipment and heavy equipment.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Welds fabricate parts, and repairs vehicles, equipment, and heavy equipment in accordance with standard procedures, safety regulations, and City policy.
• Works independently and makes appropriate decisions based on work experience.
• Examines materials to be repaired to determine the strength and heating properties of parent metals and alloys; studies blueprints and sketches to determine needed repairs and construction standards.
• Uses welding equipment to join metal pieces and burn or cut through metal.
• Maintains work area and equipment; inspects and cleans equipment and facility.
• Performs maintenance and repairs within scope of authority, and in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures; notifies supervisors of repair problems beyond the scope of authority.
• Performs general maintenance, construction, and repair tasks as directed.
• Ensures that safety rules and regulations are followed; utilizes proper safety precautions in all work performed; reports safety hazards, equipment problems, and emergency situations.
• Ensures that hazardous materials are cleaned up and stored according to City policy and procedures; responds to emergencies as needed.
• Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, rotating on call position that may include holidays or weekends.
• Regular and timely attendance is required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

High School diploma or equivalent; and welding vocational school or apprenticeship training; and two year's welding experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications:

• Must possess a valid Texas Driver License with a good driving record.
• Applicants with an out-of-state driver license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure.
• Must obtain a class B - CDL within six months of hire.
• Must obtain Class D - Water/ Wastewater operator license from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality within one year.

Required Knowledge of:

• City policies and procedures.
• Methods, tools, and equipment used in welding and the repair of trucks and heavy equipment.
• Operation, maintenance, repair, and safety standards for motorized equipment and vehicles.
• State and City safety rules and regulations, including safety practices in a shop environment.

Required Skill in:

• Operating and maintaining tools and equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Interpreting technical manuals, instructions, blueprints, and diagrams.
• Following and maintaining safety standards.
• Closely following verbal and written instructions and procedures.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers.

WELDER SR. POSITION:

GENERAL PURPOSE: Under general supervision, evaluates welding requests, determines proper techniques, and welds metal components together to fabricate parts and repair vehicles, equipment and heavy equipment.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Evaluates welding requests, determines proper techniques, and repairs vehicles, equipment and heavy equipment in accordance with standard procedures, safety regulations and City policy; advises supervisor if requested welding procedures are ineffective or dangerous.
• Works independently, and makes appropriate decisions based on work experience.
• Reviews work orders, inspects equipment to be repaired, assembles and orders materials and equipment, and plans work to be performed.
• Trains and coordinates work of welding work crew, assigns specific tasks to crew members, and inspects completed work to ensure compliance to safety and quality standards.
• Examines materials to be repaired to determine the strength and heating properties of parent metals and alloys; studies blueprints and sketches to determine needed repairs and construction standards.
• Uses welding equipment to join metal pieces and burn or cut through metal.
• Maintains work area and equipment; inspects and cleans equipment and facility.
• Performs maintenance and repairs within scope of authority, and in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures; notifies supervisors of repair problems beyond the scope of authority.
• Ensures that safety rules and regulations are followed; utilizes proper safety precautions in all work performed; reports safety hazards, equipment problems and emergency situations.
• Ensures that hazardous materials are cleaned up and stored according to City policy and procedures; responds to emergencies as needed.
• Regular and timely attendance is required.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

High School diploma or equivalent; and welding vocational school or apprenticeship training; and five year's welding experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications:

• A Texas Driver License with a good driving record is required. Must obtain Class B - CDL within six months of hire.
• Applicants with an out-of-state driver license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure.
• Must obtain Class D - Water/Wastewater Operator license from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) within one year of hire.

Required Knowledge of:

• City policies and procedures.
• Principles and practices of Water/Wastewater equipment maintenance and repair.
• Methods, tools and equipment used in welding and the repair of trucks and heavy equipment.
• Operation, maintenance, repair and safety standards for motorized equipment and vehicles.
• State and City safety rules and regulations, including safety practices in a shop environment.

Required Skill in:

• Interpreting and applying technical standards and procedures, state rules and regulations, and City policies and procedures.
• Operating and maintaining tools and equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Interpreting technical manuals, instructions, blueprints, and diagrams.
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Promoting and enforcing safe work practices.
• Effective verbal and written communications.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Work is performed indoors and outdoors.
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.
• Ability to work around extreme noise and mechanical, electrical, and other conditions that may be adverse.
• Required to perform moderate physical work, and lift and carry up to 100 pounds.

Job postings may be withdrawn at any time at direction of the City Manager.