Welder/Fabricator - WSSC Water : Job Details

Posting DetailsPosition Information Functional Title Welder/Fabricator Recruitment Category Type Standard Functional Category Production Grade UH.14 FLSA Status Non-Exempt Requisition Number 25-0141 Number of Vacancies 1 Job Level Non-Management Job Code N/A Job Description SummaryOrganization Name Industrial Assets Maintenance Reports to Section Manager, Trades Shop Full or Part Time Full Time If Part Time how many hours per weekRegular or Temporary Regular Position End Date (if temporary)Work Schedule Monday - Friday6:00 am - 2:30 pmPosition Location BladensburgPosition Summary Information General Summary The Welder/Fabricator performs highly skilled work in repairing, modifying, and fabricating equipment at water and sewer plants, pumping stations, pipelines, and depots. This position also designs, develops, and constructs structural steel, aluminum, stainless steel, and cast-iron assemblies, equipment, and special tools; creates work orders and documents work in the Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS).Essential Functions

• Fabricates a variety of metal equipment and structures from blueprints and own drawings

• Welds interior and exterior of field pipelines

• Programs and operates CNC equipment using Carveco and Shop Data software

• Makes necessary repairs to heavy equipment and trailers

• Installs antennas, devices, and safety equipment on elevated tanks

• Modifies, repairs, and replaces safety equipment in WSSC Water facilities

• Makes modifications and repairs to pumps, valves, pipelines, bar screens, rakes all plant-related equipment where needed

• Drives and operates loaders, backhoes, and other related equipment when making repairs and/or modifications

• Performs specialized welding on pumps, shafts, gears, and housings of all types of metals

• Designs and fabricates tools and repair equipment that are unique to the job or piece of equipment

• Handles, stores, and uses bottled gases that are unique to the job

• Designs, modifies, and repairs equipment in pumping stations

• Operates welding truck and maintains the materials, tools, and equipment on the truck

• Uses skill and knowledge of safe rigging practices in moving and installing equipment

• Drives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business

Other Functions Performs other related duties as assignedWork Environment And Physical Demands Work is performed in a trades shop environmentRequired Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of welding shop and field layout techniques and methods

• Extensive skill in the use of SMAW, TIG, MIG, and Oxy- Acetylene cutting and welding

• Ability to operate and perform maintenance on metal shear, metal punch, metal break, metal band saw, metal wet saw, metal bender, metal rollers, grinders, as well as pipe bender and pipe notcher and other metal-working equipment, adhering to safety procedures

• Experience with rigging and operating overhead cranes

• Ability to perform all work in a safe and professional manner

• Ability to work from blueprints or sketches and ideas verbally conveyed by coworkers pertaining to the requested work

• Ability to work with non-trade employees in solving problems when needed and the ability to work independently or with a team on any given assignment

• Knowledge and experience in the field of CNC programming and operation

Minimum Education, Experience Requirements

• High School diploma (or equivalent)
• 4+ years experience as an Industrial Fabricator/Welder

OR

• High School diploma (or equivalent)
• 6G and/or 4G Welding certificate
• 2+ years experience as an Industrial Fabricator/Welder

Additional Requirements

• Possession of a valid driver's license with no more than 4 points and the ability to obtain and maintain a WSSC Water driver's permit within 90 days of hire or transfer date

• Must obtain and maintain a current AWS-D1.1 Welder's Certificate within the Commission's 1-year probationary period

• Employees in this position are designated or considered emergency personnel; therefore, the employee must report to work as scheduled or as directed by their supervisor when WSSC Water declares an event that requires emergency personnel to report to work.

Preferences Successful completion of a recognized apprenticeship program in metal layout and weldingSalary $24.56 - $41.63 per hourPosting Detail Information EEO Statement AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERIt is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.Close Date 01/08/2025 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to ApplicantsAdditional Information All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.This is a Union position under a collective bargaining agreement represented by AFSCME Local 2898.