Texas Department of Transportation

Overview

TxDOT's Fleet Operations Division is seeking a FOD Welder I or II to perform a variety of welding techniques to fabricate, assemble, install, and repair metal and other weldable materials. This position is crucial in supporting daily operations and responding to emergency situations across Texas.

Responsibilities

• Calculates project material and labor requirements.
• Welds, solders, and brazes metal components, equipment, and/or structures.
• Interprets blueprints, specifications, diagrams, and schematics to determine appropriate welding method and equipment.
• Inspects completed welds for compliance with specifications.
• Sets up and operates welding and metal fabricating machines and equipment.
• May design simple components.
• May order stock and assists with inventory of welding supplies.
• Cleans, services, and maintains welding equipment.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
• Coordinates and orders stock and maintains inventory of welding supplies.
• Trains less experienced welders.

Requirements

• High School Grad or Equivalent in general education.
• FOD Welder I: 1 year of experience in Welding, metal fabrication, sheet metal work, or related experience.
• FOD Welder II: 3 years of experience in Welding, metal fabrication, sheet metal work, or related experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• NCCER Certified or AWS Certified, or an equivalent is preferred.
• Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques.
• Materials design, specifications and applications.
• The methods, materials and metals used in welding and metal fabrication.
• Inventory/stock control procedures.
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes.
• Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps.
• Maintaining a safe working environment.
• Using a variety of welding equipment and techniques.
• Communicate effectively.
• Follow verbal and written instructions.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• PTO

Additional Information

• Position based in San Angelo, TX.
• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions.