State of Louisiana

Overview

The Welder position at the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) involves working as part of a structural welding crew responsible for fabricating, installing, and repairing steel bridge components. The role requires compliance with applicable laws and regulations while serving the community with integrity and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled work at the journeyman level using acetylene torches and electric arc welding equipment.
• Cut, braze, weld, lay out, and fabricate various metal components in the shop and field.
• Examine rough plans to ensure proper dimensions and repair, replace, or fabricate components as necessary.
• Make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment and maintain it in good working order.
• Operate heavy trucks and other equipment while moving from job to job.
• Exercise functional supervision over Trades Apprentices on various jobs as needed.
• Work unsupervised on small to medium jobs as needed.

Requirements

• Two years of experience or training in the welding trade.
• Completion of a Technical Diploma or Associate of Applied Science welding program from a Louisiana Technical or Community College or equivalent program from other institutions.
• Class D License required at time of appointment.

Benefits

• PTO
• Health Insurance

Additional Information

• Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment.
• This position is eligible for premium pay of $2.00 extra per hour.
• Salary: $1,573.60 biweekly.