Welder - Cerro Colorado Landfill

Overview

Construct, repair and maintain metal portions of assigned City facilities and equipment using welding methods and techniques; review work orders and assess equipment and materials required for each task; respond to emergencies and perform field repairs and perform other technical maintenance duties relative to assigned area of responsibility.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification.

Job Description s are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

High school diploma or GED;
and
Two (2) years technical training in metal technology, welding, or fabrication;
and
Two (2) years welding experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License or ability to obtain one by date of hire.
• Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.
• Possession of AWS (American Welding Society) Welder Certification preferred.

• Methods, materials and equipment used in the welding field
• Working properties of steel and other structural metals
• Metallurgy, metal alloys and their characteristics
• OSHA rules, codes and regulations
• Principles and procedures of record keeping
• Mathematical computations
• Proper current and amps for specific welding application
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices
• Operate a variety of welding equipment in a safe and effective manner
• Read and interpret blue prints and specifications
• Layout and design projects within specifications
• Repair and maintain a variety of City equipment and structures
• Operate chop saw, grinder, and lift
• Analyze potential structural failures and make necessary reinforcements
• Work independently in the absence of supervision
• Communicate clearly and concisely
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation