Welder/Fabricator

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Job Description: Under general direction from the Maintenance Supervisor, perform welding and fabrication in the maintenance and repairs of District vehicles, equipment, structures and other irrigation systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Repair and fabrication of metal items utilizing metal working equipment including layout and design work;
• Fabrication of sheet metal items such as gates, covers and vents; fabricate and repair grates, structures, railings;
• Build up and hard face worn areas on construction equipment buckets and blades;
• Repairs cracks and other structural defects on equipment and throughout the district;
• Fabrication of specialty items and tools;
• Fabrication from drawings, blueprints and sketches; Performs welding and fabrication repairs in the field.
• Employees may assist with the excavation, installation, and repair concrete mains, lines and laterals. Performs weed abatement as necessary to clear drains, channels, and ditches of vegetation and debris.
• Follows direction while assisting District crews during work on concrete and pavement maintenance and repair. Assists with backfills of open trenches and may assist in the “finishing” work as appropriate; assists in the removal and relocation of construction materials required at the job site.
• May remove paint and other coatings, and perform clean up and maintenance of District facilities.
• Under supervision, may assist in the setup of traffic control including signs and barricades.
• Ensures safety procedures are followed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of all types of welding including; electric, oxy-acetylene, and mig/tig;
• Knowledge and ability to perform code quality welding and cutting of ferrous and non-ferrous metals;
• Knowledge of standard practices, methods, tools and materials of the trade; hazards and safety precautions; metal forming, tempering, hardening, sharpening and soldering;
• Knowledge and ability to safely operate equipment such as but not limited to: iron worker, ban saw and pipe bender
• Knowledge of basic auto mechanics
• Knowledge and ability to operate heavy equipment
• Ability to visualize special projects; determine proper work method, design, engineer, layout, fabricate and evaluate completed project;
• Ability to identify different types and grades of metal and determine proper repair and fabrication procedures;
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively with others;
• Ability to maintain accurate records of materials, work time and other information as required;
• Ability to safely work in a confined space and from elevated platform;
• Ability to perform facility fabrication and repairs including but not limited to: steel building structures, automated drive through gates, material supporting racks,
• Ability to instruct others in the use of welding equipment and techniques.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must possess a valid CDL with Tanker endorsement, Class A
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays
• Requires lifting up to 50-75 pounds, extended periods of bending, stooping, squatting and occasional twisting
• Capable of working outdoors during seasonal heat and/or cold or other adverse weather conditions

Company DescriptionMaricopa Water District (MWD), a political subdivision of the State of Arizona, provides water and power service to a 60-square mile service area, which includes a combination of agriculture and urbanization. MWD also owns and operates Pleasant Harbor RV Resort and Marina located at Lake Pleasant.Company DescriptionMaricopa Water District (MWD), a political subdivision of the State of Arizona, provides water and power service to a 60-square mile service area, which includes a combination of agriculture and urbanization. MWD also owns and operates Pleasant Harbor RV Resort and Marina located at Lake Pleasant.