Structural Welder

Structural Welder

Rail Mechanical Department

Job Description:

Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations on time–and we're looking to hire talented folks with a commitment to excellence to make it all possible.

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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