Welder-Fabricator - Fish Screen Structures - Permanent - *15137-23

Salary: $4,497.00 - $5,214.00 Monthly
Location : Yakima County - Yakima, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Job Number: 2023-15137
Department: Dept. of Fish and Wildlife
Opening Date: 11/29/2023
Closing Date: 12/20/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
FULL-TIME / PERMANENT
FISH SCREEN STRUCTURES
WELDER - FABRICATOR
Capital and Asset Management Program - CAMP
Yakima, Washington - Yakima County
Calling all metalsmith and fabricators! Here's your chance to work on all phases of shop fabrication for Fish Screen construction and repair, plus a handful of interesting welding projects and new site construction for CAMP.Fish Screen Structure - Photo Credit: WDFW
Picture yourself,Performing all phases of metal shop fabrication, in our State-of-the-Art facility in Yakima, WA.
This is an opportunity,To cut, weld, braze and solder metal parts in the repair and replacement of parts for mechanical equipment, or in repair, replacement or installation.
In this dynamic role,You will not only perform rigging and signaling for the removal and installation of Fish Screens, existing gantries, trash racks and associated needs of specific screen sites...but you will help build them!
We are seeking a candidate,Who can perform maintenance and repair under supervision or independently on Fish Screen Structures funded by Federal, State, and reimbursable contracts.
Duties
The job duties of the Fish Screen Structures Welder-Fabricator include,
Welding/Fabrication

• Fabricate Fish Screens to meet National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and state Washington Administrative Code requirements.

• Generate cut lists, fabricate, and assemble the work using Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG), Metal Inert Gas (MIG) or Shielded Metal Arc Welder (SMAW) welding processes.

• Operate acetylene, SMAW and MIG welding equipment (portable or otherwise) in cutting and welding.
• Operate a variety of shop fabrication equipment such as oxyacetylene and arc welders, hand, or electric pipe threaders, grinding wheels, buffers, hydraulic press, and drill press.
• Cut, weld, braze and solder metal parts in the repair and replacement of parts for mechanical equipment, or in repair, replacement, or installation.
• Follow blueprints in doing structural or major mechanical repair work.
• Overhaul, repair or replace metal parts where welding or associated metal work is the major skill required.
• Fashion, repair or replace tools and equipment.
• Interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications.

Field Projects:

• Perform field welding utilizing service truck and equipment as needed.
• Assist with construction and installations.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work Setting, including hazards:
  • Work in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, rain or snow.
  • Work in rough terrain, riverbanks, slippery slopes and other surfaces in all types of weather conditions. Must be able to negotiate water in emergency situations.
  • Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, push, pull and lift fifty pounds repetitively (daily) when loading trucks or moving materials.

Schedule:

• 40 hours per week, typically four (4) 10 hour-days 6:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday. There is some overtime as needed.

Travel Requirements:

• During construction season, travel will be required up to seven consecutive nights at a time.

Tools and Equipment:

• Use power tools and equipment such as hand tools, chain saws, drills, grinders, welders, oxy-acetylene torch, pumps, cranes, manual/portable chain hoists.

Customer Interactions:

• Frequent interactions varying between Federal, Local, Inter-Agency and Intra-Agency customers and vendors.

Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
  AND
  
• Completion of a recognized welder apprenticeship or course at welder's training school.
  OR

• Four (4) years of experience in welding trade.

Certifications/Licenses:

• Valid Driver's License

Knowledge of:

• Accepted practices, processes, materials and tools of the welding trades.
• Occupational hazards and safety precautions of the welding trades.
• Equipment assembly, installation, repairs, etc.
• Materials and technical practices for construction (theoretical, precise, artistic).

Experience with:

• Maintaining records regarding material, equipment, and repairs.
• Working from sketches, drawings, and blueprints.
• Maintaining and use of tools and equipment including measuring instruments.
• Using power tools and equipment such as hand tools, chain saws, drills, grinders, welders, oxy-acetylene torch, pumps, cranes, manual/portable chain hoists.
• Interpreting instructions, specifications, etc.
• Using personal computers and Microsoft Office.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Recognized Washington Association of Building Officials (WABO) Certification.
• Valid First Aid and CPR Certification.
• Forklift Certification.
• AutoCAD experience.

Supplemental Information
Please note: Failure to follow the instructions below may lead to disqualification.
Experience and education selected, listed, and detailed in the Supplemental Questions must be verifiable in the application.
To successfully apply for this position, you MUST complete your profile at www.careers.wa.gov and attach the following to your profile before completing the online application:

• A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (Generic cover letter will not be accepted).
• A current resume.
• Three professional references.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
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The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife has some of the most talented people in the natural resource field. We celebrate and value diversity, appreciating that a workforce composed of those from different backgrounds and experiences creates an inclusive environment, strengthens positive relationships with the local community, and brings new perspectives and approaches to fulfilling the agency's mission. We value demonstrated skill in living WDFW values of Accountability, Service, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, and Empathy (ASPIRE).
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UNION - WFSE:
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). This recruitment may be used to fill positions in addition to those listed.
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To take advantage of veteran preference, please do the following:

• Email a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or USDVA signed verification of service letter to .
• Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and Vet (for example: #10155 Biologist 1 - Veteran)
• Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.

MILITARY SPOUSE PREFERENCE NOTICE:
To take advantage of military spouse preference, please do the following:

• Notify us of your military spouse status by email at .
• Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and MS (for example: #10155 Biologist 1 - MS)
• Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.

Note: Please blackout any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers.
As part of WDFW's efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications. Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully. All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.
The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.
Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may call Jayme Chase at (360) 902-2278.
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