LCRA is looking for a welder to join our team that builds the critical infrastructure of Central Texas! This role's workplace will be in Austin, Texas. You will work with a skilled team and receive valuable training through on-the-job experiences, as well as, set training curriculum. If you are looking to work your way up in an incredible company, with excellent benefits and training, and contribute to our mission: to enhance the lives of Central Texans, this is the job for you!

You will be trusted to:

- Set up and operate all welding equipment.
- Interpret and follow diagrams and prints to fabricate, modify and repair steel parts and steel structures.
- Operate heavy equipment (e.g., overhead crane, forklift and iron working machines) in performing construction and maintenance tasks.
- Maintain tools, equipment and facilities for assigned work area.
- Lay out and mark weld points on parts or subassemblies using rule, square, scribe or templates.
- Position pieces to be welded into jigs, holding fixtures, guides and steps using measuring instruments and hand tools.

You qualify with:

- One or more years of experience in welding and steel fabrication, or other relevant experience.
- Certification(s) or degree(s) in welding, steel fabrication or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.

You are a great fit with:

- Knowledge of welding and cutting methods
- Knowledge of mechanical equipment operations
- Skill in the use of handheld manual and power tools and welding equipment
- Basic skill in reading and interpreting diagrams and prints
- Skill in verbal and written communication
- Basic skill level in office productivity applications (such as email, word processing, spreadsheets, etc.)
- Ability to work in a team environment

You gain:

- Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance

- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave

- 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option

- Life and disability insurance

- Wellness program including wellness incentive

- Extensive learning & development programs

And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.

LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email lcra.benefits@lcra.org. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.