Welder

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for certain competitive positions to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Serves as a Welder responsible for the fabrication, modification, repair, assembly, and installation of various types of metal and alloy parts, equipment, systems, and structures such as dredges, towboats, barges, tractors, cranes, derrick boats, drag lines, quarter boats, bouys, etc.

Performs the required planning, layout and fitting work involved in the construction, maintenance and repair of equipment and structures.

Perform sheet metal work involving 30 to 16 guage metals, such as galvanized iron, stainless steel, tin, copper, lead, zinc, and aluminum.

Determining the welding techniques to use and select the proper materials such as the right size and type of welding electrodes or rods.

Constructing elbows of any degree and size up to 48 inches in diameter; flumes; conduits; multi-sided shapes and irregular configuration.

Assuring material is ordered and delivered to work sites so work is not delayed.

Performing pressure work related to steam lines and boilers which are subject to Coast Guard inspection and approval.

Utilizing templates, heavy shop machines and equipment, sledge hammers, chisels, bars, wrenches, expanders, bolt cutters, drills, cutting torches, etc.