WELDER 2

Essential Qualifications

• Completion of an approved welding apprenticeship training program followed by one year of journey level welding experience.
• One year of experience as a Welder 1 in Nevada State service.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Job Duties

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.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Working knowledge of: safe working procedures and the proper use, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials; weldability, ductility, and the effect that welding, heating, tempering, cooling, cool forming, wear, and stress have on various materials used in welding.

General knowledge of: metallurgy and mechanical theory and design.

Skill in: welding in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions for various types of welding processes; designing new installations and modifying equipment for new and different functions.

Ability to: read and interpret engineering drawings and hydraulic and electrical schematics; recognize steel, stainless steel, high carbon steel, manganese, copper, brass, aluminum, and the different families of cast iron; establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors and other sources of technical information.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees’ Benefits Program (PEBP).
• Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
• Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.
• No Nevada state income tax.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
• Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of “standard” or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.