Welding Technician-WV Parkways Authority-Raleigh

Nature of Work

WELDING TECHNICIAN-WV PARKWAYS AUTHORITY-RALEIGH CO.

Location of position:
Beckley, WV Hourly Wage and eligible for Overtime $17.4880 - $25.3530 per hour, based on experience in field Essential Functions of the Job The employee will answer directly to the Fleet Manager. An employee in this classification must perform at the proficiency level in the field of welding. Through knowledge of the skills involved, methods, materials, and equipment used in the field.

The employee is responsible for the leading, guiding, and training of Apprentice Technicians. They will plan, layout, and supervise the work of skilled and unskilled workers.

Description of Duties

Knowledge of the Following:

Welding:

Operation of Parkways Radio

Forms (operations daily report, work & purchase orders)

Light torches and set gauges

Welding and brazing of mild steel

Use of diesel-powered welder

Use of band saw

Use of grinder

Use of electrical welders

Use of boom of welding truck

Use of track torch

Use of plasma torch

Use of aluminum/MIG welder

Hydraulic System:

Change hydraulic hoses

Due to an emergency, you may be required to perform duties associated with snow and ice.

Snow and Ice:

Replace hydraulic hoses

Replace pumps

Replace spinner wheel

Replace auger

Replace snow blades

Replace caster wheels/assemblies

Replace plow jack

Miscellaneous:

Flagging and various other duties for maintenance and upkeep of small equipment such as mowers, lawn mowers, and weed eaters.

Any other duties as they are assigned.

HS Diploma or GED. Must have Call B CDL's. Must be able to pass a background check. Must have a completed a form of apprenticeship and at least 3 years of experience in the welding field. Must be certified by the WV Dept. of Education of Vocational Technical Adult Education that they have successfully completed the WV Welding Certification Test.