WELDER

The incumbent will work in a correctional setting at Ely State Prison and function as a lead worker for an inmate crew on a regular basis and document inmate performance through completion of periodic performance reports. Incumbents are also responsible for implementing security procedures which include securing the work area from unauthorized inmates and accountability for assigned inmates, staff, tools and equipment.

This position will maintain tool organization in the automotive and welding shop and assist with automotive repairs.

Welders plan and lay out projects and join metal components of different compositions together using gas welding, arc welding, soldering, and brazing processes to fabricate, strengthen, and/or repair a wide variety of components, equipment, and fixtures. Work from blueprints and/or through examination of the component equipment or fixture; determine the appropriate type of material based upon education and knowledge of the properties and characteristics of metals and materials and the intended use of the object;

determine appropriate quantity of material to minimize waste; complete work orders and cost estimates; order materials; design, cut, and lay out template to ensure a proper fit.

Lay out and fit material in preparation for welding; measure and scribe dimensions and reference points on the material; detail location and sequence of procedures; saw, shear, or cut material; mark and drill or punch holes; position, align, and fit components.

Set up jobs according to the type of work performed; dismantle and straighten components as required; select appropriate welding process based on the type(s) of materials and end use; determine the appropriate welding torch/machine; set up the torch/machine and adjust pressures, mixtures, polarity, and temperatures; select proper welding medium; secure and tack material in place for final welding.

Weld metal components using a variety of gas and arc welding processes including acetylene, alternating currents (AC)/direct currents (DC) arc (stick), gas‑tungsten‑arc (TIG), gas‑metal‑arc (MIG), and innershield (flux core wire) welding by applying knowledge of metallurgy and the various welding techniques.

Manually guide equipment along weld lines while observing and making required adjustments; examine weld for quality and conformance to specifications; and reassemble components and equipment after completion of repair.

Operate various machine tools such as a lathe, drill press, grinder, band saw, mill, iron worker, hoists, press, or mechanic's hand tools to complete general repair work as required.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Under general supervision, incumbents perform the full range of duties described in the series concept, and in addition, at the advanced journey level, either:
1) function as a lead-worker for lower‑level Welders on a regular basis by assigning and reviewing work, and providing input to performance evaluations, training and technical assistance; or
2) in a correctional environment, function as a lead-worker for an inmate crew on a regular basis; document inmate performance through completion of periodic performance reports; implement work safety and security procedures to ensure efficient, secure and safe operation of the work unit and the security of assigned inmates, staff, buildings, tools, and equipment in accordance with the Department of Corrections requirements and department policy;

secure work areas from unauthorized inmates; or
3) function as a Combination Layout Welder or Specialty Welder performing duties that require a greater degree of ingenuity and original problem solving; perform complex layout and fabrication to integrate structural integrity and conserve materials.

Completion of an approved welding apprenticeship training program followed by one year of journey level welding experience; OR one year of experience as a Welder I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

This job specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge,…