Welder - OFS

City of Atlanta•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

Performs journey-level welding, machining, and fabrication of metals and special alloys. Work may include maintaining, repairing, designing, and modifying vehicles and construction-related equipment, as well as constructing specialized devices, parts, and structures. The role works under direct supervision, following standard procedures and written instructions to complete assigned tasks. The position uses plans, diagrams, blueprints, and work requests to determine project designs and coordinate with requesters. It fabricates and modifies parts and equipment, selects metals and welding methods, prepares materials, and completes machining and repair work using shop equipment and precision tools. It also includes maintaining tools and supplies, documenting project materials, time, and costs, and potentially instructing or supervising others.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
Up to three years of responsible journeyman-level welding experience using various welding methods, machining, and fabrication of metals and special alloys.
American Welding Society Welding Certification.
Knowledge of welding and machinist trade methods and standard practices, and of various metals and alloys.
Skill in using appropriate tools and equipment in accordance with safety principles.
Effective communication skills.
Ability to determine the procedures or equipment needed to accomplish a task.

Nice To Haves

Technical trade certification and five years of responsible journeyman-level experience in welding using various methods, machining, and fabrication of metals and special alloys.
State of Georgia-issued CDL B driver's license.
Water Distribution or Wastewater Collection System Operators License.

Responsibilities

Use plans, diagrams, blueprints, and work requests to determine project design and work with requesters to ensure their needs are met.
Fabricate and modify parts, equipment, and other items needed for shop operations.
Determine the metals, welding methods, and other details needed for requested jobs; heat and temper metals; design, lay out, and cut parts or jigs; and calculate dimensions, weights, and close machining tolerances.
Prepare and clean surfaces and parts for welding and machining; select, position, align, and bolt parts or fixtures.
Repair heavy equipment, including graders, loaders, and crawlers, and fabricate repair parts using shop machinery, welders, torches, and related tools.
Use torch cutting and plasma cutting methods and follow established welding safety standards and practices, including recommended gas pressure values.
Clean, lubricate, and repair tools and shop equipment.
Complete and maintain records and reports on materials, time, and project costs.
Inventory and maintain supplies.
May instruct or supervise others in the use of welding and machine equipment.
Select from multiple procedures and methods to accomplish tasks.
May oversee temporary or contract workers as needed.
May perform other duties as assigned.