Con Edison

Mechanic B (Welder) L1-2, Transmission Ops, Underground

Astoria, NY

$64,480-$91,520

On-site

Utilities

About This Job

Overview

The Transmission Operations department is seeking to hire a Mechanic B (WELDER) to support the department by using knowledge of welding, reading blueprints, and electrical schematics to perform routine welding procedures.

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

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Mechanic B's are responsible for using blueprints, sketches, and electrical schematics to perform welding procedures.

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Mechanic B's are responsible for welding pressure piping and utilizing oxygen/acetylene cutting on steel plates/piping.

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Mechanic B's will perform welding procedures on electrical systems in enclosed spaces.

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Mechanic B's will utilize hand/power tools to perform maintenance as needed.

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Mechanic B's troubleshoot mechanical and electrical equipment.

Qualifications

Required Education/Experience

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High School Diploma/GED and at least 4 years of relevant work experience as a welder with experience reading/understanding welding procedures, reading blueprints, sketches, and electrical schematics

Relevant Work Experience

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Selected candidate should have experience reading blueprints, sketches, and or electrical schematics. Required and

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Selected candidate should have experience working with hand and power tools. Required and

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+ Qualification in ASME B31.1 and API 1104 codes using shielded metal arc welding and gas tungsten arc welding. Required and

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Selected candidate should demonstrate skill in welding of pressure piping and oxygen/acetylene cutting of steel plates and piping. Required and

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Ideal candidates have experience with gas metal arc welding. Required

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Selected candidate should possess knowledge of sheeting and shoring. Preferred and

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Selected candidate should demonstrate experience working in safety-focused work environments. Preferred and

Licenses and Certifications

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Driver's License Required

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Other:

Physical Demands

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Ability to respond to system emergencies

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Able to work in all weather conditions, i.e. excessive heat and/or cold

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Perform extended driving through heavy traffic and severe off-road conditions

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Perform heavy manual labor, i.e. push, pull, and lift up to 50lbs

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Ability to carry tools and materials when climbing ladders and scaffolds, and entering confined spaces

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Ability to work in inclement weather and adverse conditions (i.e., excessive heat, cold, noise, confined spaces)

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Ability to work with, and in, the vicinity of high voltage and/or other high-energy systems

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Ability to be approved to wear and use either a full or half-face respirator, without facial hair or other conditions that may interfere with the seal, in accordance with OSHA regulations

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Stand, walk, lift, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, and/or reach for the duration of the workday

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Ability to use hand tools and operate heavy machinery, i.e. jackhammers

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Acknowledge that if selected, must pass a Physical Abilites Test (PAT)

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Wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), i.e. fire-retardant clothing and safety harnesses

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Work with equipment with a manufacturer weight rating of 350lbs

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Use equipment with a maximum weight rating of 375lbs when wearing and/or carrying 25lbs of clothing and equipment

Additional Physical Demands

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The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.

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Selected candidates are required to work in electrically enclosed spaces, excavations, on elevated platforms, bucket trucks with heights up to but not limited to 100ft.

Mechanic B (Welder) L1-2, Transmission Ops, Underground

About This Job

Overview

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

Qualifications

Required Education/Experience

Relevant Work Experience

Licenses and Certifications

Physical Demands

Additional Physical Demands

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