Journey Layout and Fabrication Welder

Description

JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision, to perform journey level layout, welding, fabrication, installation and repair of piping, equipment, and structural steel in various types of power plants, substations, and irrigation systems. Design, fabricate and maintain components of vehicles and equipment.

Examples of Duties

DUTIES AND RESPONIBILITIES

Fabricate electrical substation structures from engineering designs, drawings and blueprints in accordance with engineering code and specifications. Repair hydroelectric turbine runners. Perform pipe fitting work. Fabricate, repair and install gates and structures for irrigation systems. Design, fabricate, repair, sharpen and temper tools or specialty items not available through outside sources. Layout, design and fabricate work projects utilizing steel and sheet metal.

Use acetylene and electrical welding equipment in the heating, welding and cutting of metals in accordance with standard trade practices.

Set-up, regulate, and make minor repair on welding equipment.

Inspect, maintain and repair mechanical equipment as required.

May requisition needed supplies and materials. Maintain work, time, and material records.

Make preliminary material lists and labor estimates.

Perform other related duties as required or assigned by supervisor.

Typical Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.

Experience

Five years of journey level welding experience.

Skills and Abilities

Interpersonal and Communication. Ability to: understand and carry out oral and written instructions; and establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Technical and Analytical. Knowledge of: equipment, materials, and techniques employed in the welding trade, such as mig, tig, arc welding, oxyacetylene welding and cutting, plasma cutting, hardfacing, brazing and soldering; fabrication, maintenance, and repair of light and heavy steel structures, equipment and tools; rigging principles, gantry crane safety and practices used in handling heavy object; occupational hazards of the trade and appropriate precautionary measures;

and properties of various metals in relation to welding processes, such as their reaction to heat, fusing qualities, and the proper temperature for welding or cutting; and welding rods and wire applications. Ability to: maintain and make minor repairs to tools and welding equipment; make preliminary material lists and labor estimates; and read blueprints and perform journey layout and design work.

Operations of: hydraulic boom trucks and overhead crane.

Administration and Operations. Must maintain work, time, and material records. Must have good organizational and time management skills. Ability to: work independently with minimal supervision, and handle multiple projects at one time. Must maintain knowledge of current technology by way of periodicals, contact with industry representatives and job-related training.

Supplemental Information

Necessary

Special Requirements

Possession of an appropriate California driver's license.

Possession of a certified Welding Certificate.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Item Percentage Required to Obtain a Passing Score

Written Examination 70%

(Section Weight 33.33%)

Practical Examination 70%

(Section Weight 33.33%)

Oral Interview 70%

(Section Weight 33.33%)

Medical Examination

This position may require a medical examination to determine medical fitness for performing the duties assigned to the position or classification.

The Turlock Irrigation  District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, sex, physical and mental disability, medical condition (cancer related), age (over 40), and marital status.

Assistance is available in filling out job applications for disabled individuals.

The Turlock Irrigation  District's bargaining unit positions are a part of an agency shop.

Applicants will be subject to drug testing in accordance with FHWA regulations, when the position requires a Commercial Driver's License.

The Turlock Irrigation  District provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with a disability in accordance with federal and state law.

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:
Human Resources Department, via our web site atwww.tid.org.

POSTING

Internal applicants may apply beginning Tuesday, February 10, 2026 until Tuesday, February 24, 2026 by 4:30 p.m.

SECOND POSTING
-Internal and external applicants may apply beginning Thursday, February 26, 2026 until position is filled or we have enough qualified applicants.

Internal Candidate

Note:

Please refer to TIDEA MOU Section 20.2 and/or MSPC Section 26.13 for additional wage information.

Written Examination Date(s):
To Be Determined After Posting Closes

Human Resources Department