Construction Fabricator / Installer

Position Summary

Perform journey level skilled construction modification, fabrication and installation; design, lay out, repair and modify a variety of construction projects, exhibits and perform various construction activities; perform a variety of technical tasks including carpentry, painting, welding, masonry, roofing and basic non-journeyman electrical and plumbing maintenance or repair; operate and maintain equipment relative to assigned area of responsibility.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks / duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in construction; and

Three (3) years of experience in general building or facility construction.

Construction design, fabrication and welding experience preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS :

Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire.

Preferred Knowledge

• Operations, services and activities of a facilities construction and renovation program
• Principles, procedures and terminology used in construction building and renovation
• Tools and materials used in welding, fabrication and general construction
• Building and construction codes and regulations
• Characteristics of various types of wood, metal, painting, cement, roofing materials, brick and block
• Stains, sealers, lacquers and other wood treatments and finishes
• Masonry and cement pouring and finishing
• Methods and procedures in building construction repair and remodeling
• Methods and techniques of roofing
• Methods and techniques of welding
• Methods and techniques of block and brick laying
• Construction design and fabrication
• General electrical and plumbing techniques
• Methods and techniques of fence construction
• Methods and techniques of sheet rocking and plastering
• Methods and techniques of surface patching, painting and refinishing
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices

Preferred Skills & Abilities