Structural Welder
Rail Mechanical Department
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Summary:
NJ Transit is searching for a reliable and experienced Welder to join our team. Qualified applicants must pass physical welding test AWS D1.5 Bridge Welding Code for unlimited thickness in all positions.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Read and interpret project plans, blueprints, and other written instructions and diagrams to perform task at hand.
- Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind or bolt component parts to obtain required configurations and positions for welding.
- Produce welds that are 100% X-ray quality and demonstrate knowledge and skills in safe rigging practices.
- Walk over and work on top on fixed, overhead fixed and movable railroad bridges.
- Climb stairwells and ladders (with fall prevention equipment) to perform work.
- Demonstrate complete knowledge in welding, rigging, fabrication, and torching.
- Express knowledge of industrial safety and OSHA guidelines.
Education, Experience, and Qualifications:
- Qualified applicants MUST pass physical welding test AWS D1.5 Bridge Welding Code for unlimited thickness in all positions.
- Must be a Certified Welder
- Demonstrate extreme attention to detail and full understanding of all safety codes and procedures
- Work outdoors in all type of weather conditions, including confined spaces at various heights
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment
- Possess physical ability to use various types of hand and power tools
- Possess exceptional problem solving and team leadership skills
- Provide a valid Driver's License and High School Diploma or GED
- Successfully pass the pre-screening process which includes a physical and drug test, employment verification, criminal history, and driving background checks
Physical Requirements:
Qualified applicants must have the ability to:
- Stoop, bend, crawl, balance, climb and kneel
- Wear protective equipment such as hardhat, safety glasses, and safety-toe boots
- Perform heavy lifting and carrying tasks with the weight of up to (50) fifty pounds
Work Location:
- Wood-Ridge/Per Diem, NJ; Structural Welders must be willing and able to travel to any of our NJ Transit locations as required.
Rate of pay:
- This is a Unionized position. The pay rates are tiered and are non-negotiable. The current hourly pay rate is $35.70/hour.
At NJ Transit, you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefits package:
- Comprehensive Family Health Insurance - Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- Paid Leave
- Tuition Assistance
- Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Plan
- Retirement Plans
NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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