Welder/Fabricator

Safety Harbor, City of • City of Safety Harbor, FL

22d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision of the Sanitation Supervisor, or designee, performs a wide variety of welding and repair tasks in the fabrication, modification, and repair of vehicles and equipment in the Public Works Department, in accordance with all applicable City codes and Departmental policies. Duties are generally performed independently. Requires the ability to work overtime and holidays when required and be contacted by telephone for call-out after hours. Work is reviewed through observations and obtained results.

Requirements

• Considerable knowledge in the techniques in using electrical welding equipment.
• Considerable knowledge of the properties of various ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
• Knowledge of the practices, materials, and tools of the welding trade.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and appropriate safety precautions of the trade.
• Knowledge of hydraulic pumps, cylinders, valves, and electrical wiring harnesses related to the mechanics trade.
• Ability to fabricate and repair equipment using electrical welding equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret sketches and blueprints.
• Knowledge of the mechanics trade.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to access input and retrieve information and data from a computer.
• Graduation from high school; or GED, supplemented by two (2) years’ experience as a welder; or an equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License, with air brake endorsement.
• CDL Permit within six (6) months from date of hire, and valid CDL with proper endorsements within eighteen (18) months from date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs electrical welding.
• Performs fabrication, modification, and repair of automotive, mechanical, and related equipment.
• Heats, brazes, cuts, resurfaces, and fits ferrous and non-ferrous metals on heavy and light equipment according to work orders, sketches, or blueprints.
• Orders supplies and materials; and keeps records of material usage.
• Work may include fabrication and welding for other Divisions/Departments within the City.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED