Welder I/ II - $1000 Sign - on Incentive

Overview

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

Orange County Utilities provides water resources and solid waste recovery services to protect and enrich the lives of the citizens and guests of Orange County Florida. The Solid Waste Division oversees the contract for curbside collection of garbage, yard waste, and recyclable materials for over 230,000 homes in Orange County, and the operation and maintenance of the Orange County Landfill, two transfer stations, and recycling processing operations. The landfill is the largest publicly owned and operated landfill in the state of Florida.

The Solid Waste Division is seeking a highly qualified individual to fill the position of "Welder I or Welder II". This is a skilled position performing work in the use of acetylene and/or electric arc welding equipment to fuse or cut metallic articles, parts, or materials. Responsibilities include laying out, cutting and fitting materials for welding. This involves the applications of trade skills to a wide variety of welding, brazing and metal cutting jobs for ferrous and non-ferrous metals.

Job Description

General Functions

Performs skilled welding work following accepted standards and techniques.

This is skilled work in the use of acetylene and/or electric arc welding equipment to fuse or cut metallic articles, parts or materials. Responsibilities include: laying out, cutting and fitting materials for welding. Work involves the application of trade skills to a wide variety of welding, brazing and metal cutting jobs on ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Considerable latitude is exercised in determining the methods used and results obtained. Work may be from sketches, diagrams or blueprints and may involve working with broken parts. Work is performed under the general supervision of a technical supervisor who reviews work while in progress and upon completion for satisfactory results.

Representative Duties/Assignments

Welder I

• Preheats and cleans metals; lays out, cuts and fits materials for welding.
• Selects proper welding heat and proper type and size of electrodes for correct penetration and strength of welded metals.
• Cuts and welds machinery and equipment parts such as: truck and automobile bodies; steam and plumbing systems; pump and engine parts; trailer parts and heavy equipment.
• Performs skilled welding in the manufacture of special machinery and apparatus for firefighting, tree lifting and general public works.
• Performs flat, vertical and horizontal welding.
• Brazes, solders and coats non-ferrous metals; performs silver and lead soldering.
• May perform blacksmithing, such as manufacturing eyebolts, braces, angle brackets and similar items.
• Drives a truck towing portable welder and acetylene burning/welding equipment to field sites to repair heavy equipment.
• Conducts proper equipment maintenance and makes minor repairs to welding equipment.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Welder II

• Preheats and cleans metals; lays out, cuts and fits materials for welding.
• Selects proper welding heat and proper type and size of electrodes for correct penetration and strength of welded metals.
• Cuts and welds machinery and equipment parts such as: truck and automobile bodies; steam and plumbing systems; pump and engine parts; trailer parts and heavy equipment.
• Performs skilled welding in the manufacture of special machinery and apparatus for firefighting, tree lifting and general public works.
• Performs flat, vertical and horizontal welding.
• Brazes, solders and coats non-ferrous metals; performs silver and lead soldering.
• May perform blacksmithing, such as manufacturing eyebolts, braces, angle brackets and similar items.
• Drives a truck towing portable welder and acetylene burning/welding equipment to field sites to repair heavy equipment.
• Conducts proper equipment maintenance and makes minor repairs to welding equipment.
• Orders materials to complete specific jobs.
• Determines approximate cost of labor and materials to specific jobs.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Welder I

High school graduate or equivalent and two (2) years' experience as a welder, one (1) year of which may be vocational or technical training in welding; or 8th grade and six (6) years' experience as a welder; or graduate from vocational welding program.

Welder II

High school graduate or equivalent and three (3) years' experience as a welder, one (1) year of which may be vocational or technical training in welding; or 8th grade and seven (7) years' experience.

Preferences

Vocational or technical school as a welder.

Certifications to perform any of the following:

• Vertical Welding
• Horizontal Welding
• Flat Welding
• "TIG" welding in all positions
• "STICK" welding in all positions
• Aluminum in all positions
• Standard steel in all positions

Application Deadline

Open Date: 06/25/2025

Close Date: 07/24/2025

This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Salary Information

Pay Grade: 110 - From $19.51 to $25.74

Pay Grade: 111 - From $20.82 to $27.47

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Placement based on Education and Experience

Sign-on Incentive

This position may be eligible for a Sign-on Incentive. To learn more about our Sign-on Incentive Program visit our website at:

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays and2 floating holidays annually.
• 18 days paid time off per year.
• Longevity bonus based on years of service.
• 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
• Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
• Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
• Free access to Wellworks gyms and OrangeCounty Recreation Centers.
• Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Earn service time to forgive student loans.

Disclaimer: Benefits mayvary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.

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Veterans Preference

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.

Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.

Educational Requirements

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.

Address

Orange County Utilities

Solid Waste Division - Landfill

5901 Young Pine Road

Orlando, FL 32829

Notes

Hours: 40

Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete the pre-employment drug, physical and background check.