WELDER MECHANIC II

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Transportation, Bureau of Mechanical Services, has a full-time vacancy for a Welder Mechanic II.

SUMMARY:

Performs supervisory duties and wide range of journeyman level welding/mechanical work on NHDOT fleet equipment.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience: Equivalent combination of 3 years of education and experience after completion of high school.

License/Certification: Valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-B) with air brakes endorsement.

Other Requirements:

1. Applicant’s Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet minimum standards established by the hiring agency.

2. Applicant shall provide own standard assortment of automotive mechanic tools thru 1” diameter and ½” drive.

3. Must be capable of passing Bureau welding test.

Trainee Option: Not Applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

Two years of experience as a welder or equivalency credential and completion or apprenticeship training (6000 hours) as a welder.

One year of experience as a welder in addition to the apprenticeship training.

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS:

Must obtain Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-B) with air brakes endorsement prior to completion of 12 months after the hiring date.

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

In-Band Advancement Available: ☐ Yes ☒ No

Criteria: None

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: ☐ Yes ☒ No

Criteria: None

DISCLAIMERS:

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.

When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position. 

Responsibilities:

DETAILED TASKS (AGENCY/POSITION-SPECIFIC):

Assist with the supervision of the welding shop, maintain steel inventory to meet shop and other NHDOT agency needs, keep records, and approve work.

Design, install, upgrade, and maintain fleet equipment hydraulic systems. Work with computer controlled hydraulic software/hardware, sensors, and programming.

Assemble new trucks, prototype for each year, bodies, spreaders, and plow mounts.

Weld and cut with oxy-acetylene torch, plasma cutter, wire feed and stick welding in all positions.

Operate metal fabricating equipment and tools, mobile crane and lift systems.

Equipment maintenance, calibrations, lubrication, and cleaning.

Maintain a safe working environment.

For assistance creating your talent profile or applying online please contact James Roberg, at (603)-271-8025 or at James.G.Roberg@dot.nh.gov 

For additional information contact Tara Merrifield, Administrator, at 603-271-3721 or Bureau38@dot.nh.gov.

*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay

Other Benefits:

*Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)

* Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

*State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan

*Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan

*$50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance

*Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:

https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964

Salary : $20 - $26