Welder Public Works

As a welder in our organization you will work under the general supervision of the Facilities Maintenance Manager. Your primary responsibility will be to fabricate install maintain and repair various structures ensuring their efficient operation and adherence to quality standards. You will be expected to possess comprehensive knowledge of different welding equipment and techniques enabling you to effectively carry out your duties. Additionally you will be responsible for conducting quality checks on completed projects to ensure their compliance with specifications.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Execute particular welds in a professional manner examine work pieces for defects and measure work pieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications.

• Repair metal components in order to restore full functionality and safety performance.

• Constructs new installations; extend or repair existing installations; collaborates with contractors construction workers electricians pipefitters and steamfitters when installing structures.

• Inspects all aspects of job sites for safety compliance and conforming to Precinct 2 Local County State and Federal specifications/requirements.

• Inspect any and all structures for any potential problems.

• Communicates with supervisor daily.

• Coordinate workflow with other members of the team and third-party agents.

• Receives and documents daily work assignments; analyze blueprints and designs troubleshoots and resolves issues to ensure completion of daily activities estimates for materials and equipment.

• Ensures operation by tracking preventative maintenance requirements calling for repairs assisting with maintaining equipment supplies and material inventories.

• Perform any additional tasks or responsibilities as assigned by management or as necessary by the evolving needs of the organization.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and even when considered may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Education:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational institution

Experience:

• A minimum of one (1) year as a welder with hands-on experience in various aspects of fabrication installation and repair in commercial and/or industrial facilities.

Licensure:

• Must have a valid Class C drivers license (Texas by hire date) and maintain a good driving record

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Good understanding of blueprints and designs inspecting welds for structural integrity calibrate and maintain all welding tools and equipment.

• Skilled in the care and use of hand tools power equipment used in welding/fabrication trades and display mechanical aptitude.

• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions in a thorough and timely manner.

• Proficient working knowledge of computers office equipment and related software comprised of Microsoft Office Suite.

• Must be able to become proficient in asset management & work management systems to open and update work tasks.

• Ability to work well with all levels of management staff as well as a diverse group of constituents.

• Must exhibit polite and professional communications via phone in person and email.

• Self-starter possessing good interpersonal skills and be a productive team member with an outstanding attention to detail.

NOTE: Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented in your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resumewill not be accepted for qualifications.

• A valid certificate in welding from an accredited institution is preferred.

Hours:

• This is a full-time position.

• Days and hours are typically Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

• Hours may vary based on business needs of the department and some weekends evening hours or holidays may be required.

• Rotating weekly on-call schedule.

Location:

• 8103 Wade Road Baytown TX 77521

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.