Welder-Fabricator

This is skilled work involving responsibility for the efficient performance of a wide variety of welding, burning, brazing, heat treating and machine tasks.  The work is performed under the general supervision of the Bridge Construction Supervisor or Shop Manager.  Does related work as required.

• Welds all types of metal using correct rod with gas or electrical equipment;
• Performs welding, cutting and fabrication in conjunction with the repair, rehabilitation and construction of bridges, culverts, pipe, drainage structures and other highway materials;
• Fabricates or repairs truck beds, snow blades, hoppers, catwalks, exhaust systems, and other types of equipment and tools used on highway machinery;
• Does welding repair on a variety of items such as tools, chains, highway machinery, gasoline tanks, and motor castings;
• Reinforces weak spots in machinery;
• Cleans and prepares surfaces to be welded and grinds; files and finish welds;
• Responsible for ordering welding and cutting materials and supplies for the highway shops, bridges and other equipment;
• Operates lathe, press, drill press and other machinery necessary for the fabrication of special projects;
• Performs mechanical repairs on various construction equipment and motor vehicles;
• Operates various medium and heavy construction equipment and commercial motor vehicles;
• Performs other work within the department as required or directed, including non-welding tasks.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:
Good knowledge of the common practices, tools, terminology and accident precautions of the trade; good knowledge of fabrication and metal structures; good knowledge of heat treating processes; skill in the use of gas and electric welding and burning equipment; ability to perform all position welding; ability to work from plans, specifications, and blue- prints; good hand and eye motor coordination, manual dexterity, physical stamina; ability to perform tasks at various heights; physical condition commensurate to the demands of the position.
 (a)     Three (3) years of experience as an all position welder; or
(b)     Two (2) years experience and certification from a welding school

1. Must possess a class B commercial motor vehicle driver’s license with an endorsement for tank.
2. Must possess - or obtain within 180 days of appointment - N.Y.S.D.O.T. Welding Certification in all positions[1].  Must maintain Certification throughout employment in this title.

 
Welder Fabricator, 1 position NC in County service
NOTE:  Livingston County residency is not a requirement for this position. However, Livingston County residents will be given preference in the hiring process.

Salary : $28 - $34