Construction Fabricator​/Installer

Overview

Perform journey level skilled construction modification, fabrication and installation; design, lay out, repair and modify a variety of construction projects, exhibits and perform various construction activities; perform a variety of technical tasks including carpentry, painting, welding, masonry, roofing and basic non-journeyman electrical and plumbing maintenance or repair; operate and maintain equipment relative to assigned area of responsibility.

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in construction;
and

Three (3) years of experience in general building or facility construction.

Construction design, fabrication and welding experience preferred.

Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire.

• Operations, services and activities of a facilities construction and renovation program
• Principles, procedures and terminology used in construction building and renovation
• Tools and materials used in welding, fabrication and general construction
• Building and construction codes and regulations
• Characteristics of various types of wood, metal, painting, cement, roofing materials, brick and block
• Stains, sealers, lacquers and other wood treatments and finishes
• Masonry and cement pouring and finishing
• Methods and procedures in building construction repair and remodeling
• Methods and techniques of roofing
• Methods and techniques of welding
• Methods and techniques of block and brick laying
• Construction design and fabrication
• General electrical and plumbing techniques
• Methods and techniques of fence construction
• Methods and techniques of sheet rocking and plastering
• Methods and techniques of surface patching, painting and refinishing
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices

• Correctly use and apply a variety of construction skills
• Design, read and interpret plans, blueprints and sketches
• Independently perform the most difficult design and fabrication of construction projects
• Interpret, explain and enforce department policies and procedures
• Work with plastic laminates and different types of adhesive
• Repair and/or replace damaged windows, drywall, tiles, roofing and related items
• Estimate time materials and equipment required for jobs
• Measure and cut materials precisely
• Evaluate safety procedures for construction site and set up construction boundaries as required
• Operate all equipment, woodworking and wood cutting machines effectively and safely
• Work independently in the absence of supervision
• Communicate clearly and concisely
• Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work