Welder

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Welder

Pay Grade10

Salary

$32,400.00 Annually

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency

Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Corrections

Location

200 Road To Justice
West Liberty, KY 41472 USA

Description

The Kentucky Department of Corrections (DOC), Division of Adult Institutions operates correctional facilitiesthat house Kentucky's adult inmate population. The mission of DOC is to protect the citizens of theCommonwealth and to provide a safe, secure and humane environment for staff and offenders in carrying out themandates of the legislative and judicial processes; and, to provide opportunities for offenders to acquireskills, which facilitate non-criminal behavior.

If you desire an exciting career in Criminal Justice, we may have the spot for you! The Department ofCorrections is currently seeking a Welder to work in the fast paced, professional environment of the EasternKentucky Correctional Complex.

Key Responsibilities may include:

• Supervise maintenance inmates
• Maintenance, repair and fabrication of assorted equipment.
• Work on projects and ensure the safety and security of the facility.
• Maintain records and inventory for operations.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: High school graduate

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Two years of welding, welding technology, or welding fabrication experience.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Additional education in a related field will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional welding, welding technology, welding fabrication, or a related field will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be 18 years of age.

Working Conditions

Typical working conditions for a specific position may be listed on the individual position description.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Regina Setters at View email address on click.appcast.io

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D