Welder/Fabricator / Welder/Fabricator Sr.

Denver Water • Denver, CO

6h

About The Position

Under general supervision, perform highly skilled work related to the welding trade in the fabrication, installation, maintenance, and repairing of mechanical systems related to pumps, valves, motors, compressors, generators, HVAC, chillers, cooling towers, hydro-electric plants, doors, piping systems, domestic water supply systems, cranes, specialty tools and machines, and other related mechanical systems.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1 year of related work experience. - Welder/Fabricator
• Minimum 3 years of related work experience. - Welder/Fabricator Sr.
• Any equivalent combination of certifications, education, or experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities for the position.
• Must be able to possess and maintain a valid Class ‘R’ Colorado driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record at time of hire.
• 6G Certification must be obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Must possess 6G Welding Certifications within 6 months of hire. - Welder/Fabricator Sr.
• Must possess 6G Stainless Pipe certification within 6 months of hire. - Welder/Fabricator Sr.
• This position is subject to respiratory protection testing as directed per Denver Water Physician.
• This position is subject to mask surveillance screening as directed per Denver Water Physician.
• Applicants for employment at Denver Water must be authorized to work in the U.S.  Denver Water will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Responsibilities

• Utilize welding techniques to fabricate, install, maintain and repair complex mechanical equipment located at sites outside and inside facilities.
• Perform welding duties related to oxyacetylene welding, SMAW, TIG welding, MIG welding, brazing, trimming, cutting, fabrication of piping, metal related structures supporting pumps, valves, motors, piping, air compressors, chillers, cooling towers, hydroelectric plants, doors, gates, accumulator systems, cranes, elevators, hatches, lids, and other related equipment.
• Prepare metals for welding by grinding, chipping, grooving, beveling, pre-heating, tacking, arranging, and fastening work to fixtures or supports.
• Read and layout work from blueprints and sketches. Draw up sketches for parts, fabrication, and as-built drawings and designs, and manufacture items used in all facets of the Denver Water system. Determine proper weld techniques for required strength and character.
• Maintain welding tools and equipment in proper condition by cleaning and oiling machinery, and reporting needed repairs. Assist in dismantling and assembling equipment undergoing repair.
• Set up and install necessary rigging in the handling of equipment and materials. Support other Denver Water sections and shops in the general repair of other mechanical related items.
• Perform related work as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees