County of Los Angeles

Overview

The Welder-Fitter position at Los Angeles County involves fabricating and welding piping systems for department facilities, ensuring compliance with safety and building codes. The role offers a chance to work within one of the largest public-sector employers in the nation, providing essential services to nearly 10 million residents.

Responsibilities

• Fabricates and welds piping systems for Department facilities.
• Inspects, repairs, and replaces existing piping systems and components.
• Assists in planning and projecting timelines for new piping system installations and repairs.
• Works with building inspectors to ensure compliance with building codes.
• Installs and repairs building structures as needed.
• Keeps track of materials, tools, equipment, and supplies used in projects.
• Obtains quotes and places orders for materials and supplies.
• Oversees rigging work for the movement and installation of equipment.
• Updates work orders with project statuses.
• Assists other trade personnel with their work.
• Travels to various Department worksites for installations and repairs.
• Works on call as needed.

Requirements

• Four years of experience in electric and gas welding, with one year at the journey-level.
• Valid California Class C Driver License or alternative transportation method.
• Certification by the Department of Building and Safety of the City of Los Angeles for structural welding.
• Certification by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers for boiler and pressure vessel welding.
• Normal color vision.

Additional Information

• Available shifts include evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Successful applicants must complete a thorough background investigation.