Mechanic B (Welder)
About The Position
The Mechanic B Welder supports Mechanic A and higher titles in maintenance functions at the power plant, including electrical, mechanical, and welding work. The role involves interpreting welding specifications, standards, and procedures and independently completing assignments. The Mechanic B performs welding and mechanical duties on live steam, gas, and electric facilities, maintaining, repairing, and installing power piping systems, associated valves, tanks, vessels, and rotating equipment such as fans, blowers, pumps, and motors. Work uses field power tools and precision measuring equipment. The Mechanic B is expected to pursue a career path toward the senior title in that path and to further develop welding skills as required by the department. The selected candidate will receive a System Emergency Assignment and may be expected to work outside business hours during emergencies, including nights, weekends, and holidays. The position involves rotating shifts, extended overtime, overnight and weekend assignments, and travel to company locations for storm restoration and heat contingencies. The position does not provide employment pursuant to the terms of a STEM OPT Training Plan.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 3 years of related work experience.
- At least 2 years of welding experience and qualification in API 1104 welding.
- Driver's license required.
- Be qualified or willing to take and pass a brazing qualification test.
- Be qualified or willing to take and pass an Inconel metal welding test.
- Obtain New York State and New York City Asbestos Handler's Licenses after hire.
- Ability to respond to system emergencies and work non-business hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to work rotating shifts, extended overtime, overnight, and weekend assignments.
- Ability to work in all weather conditions, including excessive heat and cold, and in adverse conditions such as noise and confined spaces.
- Ability to perform extended driving through heavy traffic and severe off-road conditions, including driving a welding truck.
- Ability to perform heavy manual labor, including pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to carry tools and materials while climbing ladders and scaffolds and entering confined spaces.
- Ability to climb ladders and stairs and enter or exit manholes and excavations.
- Ability to work in underground vaults through manholes.
- Ability to stand, walk, lift, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, and reach for the duration of the workday.
- Ability to work with and near high-voltage or other high-energy systems.
- Ability to be approved to wear and use a full- or half-face respirator in accordance with OSHA regulations, without facial hair or other conditions interfering with the seal.
- Ability to use hand tools and operate heavy machinery, such as jackhammers.
- Must pass a Physical Abilities Test if selected.
- Wear required personal protective equipment, including fire-retardant clothing and safety harnesses.
- Ability to work with equipment with a manufacturer weight rating of 350 pounds and use equipment with a maximum weight rating of 375 pounds while wearing or carrying 25 pounds of clothing and equipment.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of confined-space entry, pipe fitting, oxy-acetylene torch cutting, rigging, scaffolding, mechanical drawing, boiler tube repair, mathematics, industrial safety, machine shop work, crane operation, and GTAW and SMAW welding.
- Possess a New York FDNY burning and fireguard license.
- Be qualified or willing to take and pass a forklift driving test.
Responsibilities
- Pursue a career path qualifying for the senior title in the applicable career path.
- Further develop welding skills as required by the department.
- Interpret welding specifications, standards, and procedures and work independently to complete assignments.
- Perform welding tasks and mechanical duties on live steam, gas, and electric facilities.
- Maintain, repair, and install power piping systems, associated valves, tanks, and vessels.
- Maintain, repair, and install rotating mechanical equipment, including fans, blowers, pumps, and motors, using field power tools and precision measuring equipment.
- Respond to assigned system emergencies, including work during non-business hours when required.
- Travel to company locations for storm restoration and heat contingencies.
Benefits
- Medical and pharmacy benefits, including vision benefits
- Dental benefits
- Health Savings Accounts
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with matching
- Employer-paid pension plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with matching contribution
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Emergency backup child and elder care assistance
- Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
- Employee discount program
- Commuter benefits
- Career development
- Tuition reimbursement
- Recognition program
- Life and long-term disability benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
