Structures Welder SEIU External Only

Bay Area Rapid Transit
$85,404.80 - $111,640.46 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan, pension
United States, California, Oakland
300 Lakeside Drive (Show on map)
Sep 30, 2024
Marketing Statement Ride BART to a satisfying career that lets you both: 1) make a difference to Bay Area residents, and 2) enjoy excellent pay, benefits, and employment stability. BART is looking for people who like to be challenged, work in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for connecting riders to work, school and other places they need to go. BART offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and the CalPERS retirement program. Job Summary Pay Rate SEIU Maint Worker III Step 76: $41.06/hour to Step 99: $53.67/hour Starting hourly rate will be $41.06/hour (Step 76) for external candidates Reports To Variable Current Assignment This announcement will be used establish a pool of eligible candidates for vacancies that may occur within the next twelve months. This position is responsible for performing precision field welding and related work in the maintenance, fabrication and repair of District facilities, wayside structures and appurtenances; performs related work as assigned. This is a journey level classification, capable of independently performing the full range of welding required for the field maintenance and repair of various structural elements. Selection Process This is a SEIU Local 1021 Bargaining unit position. However, All SEIU members must follow the "Bid Form Process", failure to comply will invalidate an employee's application. The selection process will include a screening for minimum qualifications as listed in this posting and may additionally involve a skills/performance test, written exam, and/or a panel interview. Outside applicants will not be considered until all employees who have applied have been considered first. Application Process This is a SEIU Local 1021 Bargaining unit position. However, all full-time SEIU District employees must follow the "Bid Form" process and deposit their bids in the bid box. Failure to comply may invalidate the employee's bid. As actual vacancies occur, District employees on the internal eligibility list will be considered before outside candidates. External applicants may only apply on line, at www.bart.gov/jobs. Applicants needing assistance with the on line application process may receive additional information by calling (510) 464-6112. The Employment Office will screen Bid form applications and resumes against the minimum qualifications. Those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be referred to the hiring department for further consideration. The selection process may involve a skills/performance test, written exam, and/or a panel interview. Outside applicants will not be considered until all employees who have applied have been considered first. All applicants are asked to complete the application in full, indicating dates of employment, all positions held, hours worked, and a full description of duties. On line applicants are invited to electronically attach a resume to the application form to provide supplemental information, but should not consider the resume a substitute for the application form itself. Examples of Duties Performs precision arc, MIG, TIG and gas welding on such structural elements as grating, doors, stairs, gates, and platforms, which include steel, stainless steel, iron, aluminum, and sheet metal welding. Reads diagrams and prints and discusses work to be performed with the supervisor or foreworker. Determines necessary approach, tools and equipment and loads them on a vehicle for transportation on the work site. Operates a high?rail vehicle to reach the job location. Prepares surfaces to be welded by cutting, chipping, shaping and sanding. Uses a micrometer and other measuring devices to determine measurements. Roughs out and fabricates appropriate parts to effect repairs. Adjusts and uses welding, brazing and soldering equipment. Grinds, smoothes and finishes welding surfaces. Performs shop work as required to fabricate repair parts for field placement. Performs specialized welding as required on vehicles, pressurized pipes, and other surfaces to effect repair; may work from scaffolds to accomplish required welding. Sets up rigging to move heavy objects in preparation for welding. Uses an overhead or mobile crane, forklift and other equipment and vehicles as required to complete work. Cleans sumps, digs trenches, and otherwise exposed areas to be welded. Completes records of work performed and materials used. Reports the need for additional maintenance to the foreworker. Maintains a supply of welding gasses, rods, tools and safety equipment and notifies supervisor of the need for replacements as needed. Minimum Qualifications Completion of an apprenticeship in welding and one year of experience in combination welding. Heavy rail welding and repair experience are desirable. Other Requirements: Must possess and maintain a valid California Class A driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record. Must be able to obtain and maintain District certification for the operation of high?rail vehicles. Must be able to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds and have sufficient mobility to walk, climb and stoop to perform work. Must be willing to work off hours shifts. Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of: Methods and techniques of arc, gas, MIG and TIG welding, particularly as applied to field situations. Types of welding rods and materials and their applications. Types of welding gasses and mixtures. Storage and handling requirements of various types of welding rods. Safety practices pertaining to the work, including the use of eye, respiratory and hand protection. Skill in: Performing field welding of steel, iron, aluminum and other metals. Preparing surfaces to achieve effective welds. Grinding, smoothing and finishing welded surfaces. Treating and tempering metals. Fabricating parts to effect field welding repairs. Using precision measuring devices accurately. Reading and interpreting diagrams, blueprints, written instructions and welding symbols. Working independently or in a crew situation. Keeping basic written records of work performed. Equal Employment OpportunityGroupBox1 The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and above), religion, national origin (including language use restrictions), disability (mental and physical, including HIV and AIDS), ancestry, marital status, military status, veteran status, medical condition (cancer/genetic characteristics and information), or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. The BART Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities or for religious reasons. Please advise the Human Resources Department of any special needs in advance of the examination by emailing at least 5 days before your examination date at employment@bart.gov. Qualified veterans may be eligible to obtain additional veteran's credit in the selection process for this recruitment (effective Jan. 1, 2013). To obtain the credit, veterans must attach to the application a DD214 discharge document or proof of disability and complete/submit the Veteran's Preference Application no later than the closing date of the posting. For more information about this credit please go to the Veteran's Preference Policy and Application link at www.bart.gov/jobs.