Welder/Fabricator (Heavy-Duty Trucks & Equipment)
About The Position
MaineDOT is seeking to fill a Welder/Fabricator position which performs structure and craft work in welding and the fabrication, modification, maintenance and repair of a variety of metal objects, fixtures and industrial equipment associated with construction related jobs. Work involves disassembly design, assembly, repair and maintenance of a variety of metal and nonmetal materials and equipment. Duties include fabricating structures from blueprints and sketches, operating heavy vehicles and construction equipment and providing oversight to others engaged in performing welding duties. Work is performed under general supervision. Preference will be given to individuals who possess welding/fabrication experience on heavy construction vehicles.
Requirements
- Two (2) years experience, education, and/or training in welding, metal fabrication, and/or related field which provides a basic knowledge of metallurgical science, blueprint interpretation, programing and operation of computer-controlled machines, welding techniques, and joining methods.
- Must obtain a State of Maine Class B CDL with air endorsements and pass the MaineDOT Welder Certification as a condition of successfully completing probation.
Nice To Haves
- Welding/fabrication experience on heavy construction vehicles.
Responsibilities
- Welding and fabrication, modification, maintenance and repair of a variety of metal objects, fixtures and industrial equipment.
- Disassembly design, assembly, repair and maintenance of a variety of metal and nonmetal materials and equipment.
- Fabricating structures from blueprints and sketches.
- Operating heavy vehicles and construction equipment.
- Providing oversight to others engaged in performing welding duties.
Benefits
- 13 paid holidays
- 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually
- Personal leave for overtime-exempt employees
- 12 days of sick leave annually
- Health Insurance Coverage (State pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums)
- Health Insurance Premium Credit (decreases employee-only premiums by up to 5%)
- Dental Insurance (State pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums)
- Retirement Plan (State contributes 14.06% of employee's pay towards MainePERS)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
