Machining Trades III (Welder/Fabricator) - Aurora

Machining Trades III (Welder/Fabricator) - Aurora Print ( Apply ufeff Machining Trades III (Welder/Fabricator) - Aurora Salary $70,872.00 - $76,752.00 Annually Location Aurora, CO Job Type Full Time Job Number HAA-50001848-02/26 Department Department of Transportation Division CDOT Region 1 Opening Date 02/23/2026 Closing Date 3/9/2026 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA Determined by Position Type of Announcement This position is open only to Colorado state residents. Primary Physical Work Address 18800 E Colfax Ave, Aurora, CO 80011 FLSA Status Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation. Department Contact Information Brenda Yang at Hiring Pay Rate The 2025 Step Pay Program may increase the salary range for employees with time in the class series. How To Apply Please submit an online application for this position at Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed. + Description + Benefits + Questions Department Information This position is only open to Colorado state residents. Total annual compensation for this position is $58,872 - $64,752 ( $58,872 - $64,752 base pay and $12,000 housing stipend). About CDOT CDOT employees make a difference by providing freedom, connection, and experience to the traveling public, while also keeping them safe. The State of Colorado offers competitive medical, dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending and health savings accounts. Visit the State of Colorado benefits ( for details, current premium rates and a summary video about benefits. The state also offers PERA retirement, great optional PERA plans such as 401K, a generous paid time off package of annual, sick, holiday and other leave, strong career growth, tuition reimbursement and professional development. Perks include Colorado Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP) counseling, wellness, credit union membership and employee discount program. Visit CDOT Benefits ( for details. Some positions may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( . CDOT for All CDOTu2019s strength is our people, and our commitment to our people is to shape, support, and sustain the employee experience, and ultimately, create a supportive workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education, disability, socio-economic status, or any other identity, has the opportunity to thrive. The eligible list created from this announcement may be used to fill current and future vacancies for a period of up to 6 months. Description of Job About the Work Unit The Machining Trades III position works in the Colorado Department of Transportation's (CDOT's) Region 1, Section 5 Maintenance Unit. The Unit exists to maintain the Colorado Department of Transportation highway system and facilities to as near original conditions as constructed utilizing available resources, personnel, equipment and material to ensure a safe roadway for the traveling public. About the Position The Machining Trades III position will provide mechanical support to CDOT by installing, maintaining, servicing, and repairing heavy equipment and service vehicles to ensure transportation maintenance specialists' safe and productive operation. Your duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following: + Design and fabricate special tools, parts, and attachments for equipment, as well as equipment repair for maintenance patrols; + Evaluate whether component/part can be repaired or must be replaced. Evaluate whether it is more cost effective and/or timely to buy new component/part or fabricate; + Fabricate component/part using a variety of tools/machinery including: mig welder, stick welder, press, iron worker, saw, plasma cutter, compressed oxygen-acetylene cutter, lathe, milling machine, grinders, mag drill, scraper, etc; + Provide mechanical repairs include the use of percussion tools and specialized testing and calibration instruments; + Knowledgeable of different metals and alloys as well as the other welding rods and their applications; + Able to complete specialized and complex welding projects; must be able to weld in all positions (e.g horizontal, vertical, overhead); + Repair damaged equipment, such as snowplows, vehicle frames, wings, sanders, truck frames, mowers, loader buckets, pipes, fuel tanks, and hydraulic tanks; + Perform maintenance on various small engines, pumps, and hand tools; + Repair structures such as bridge expansion joints, bridge railing, cattle guards, and drainage grates; + Schedule equipment for repairs; coordinate with shop and vendors for exceptional repairs, warranty work, recall notices, and for compensating for work overload; + Research equipment work order history to aid in diagnostics and prescribed repairs; order parts, supplies, and materials for the repair equipment; + Prepare work orders and audit work orders entirely and accurately using SAP; + Travel to remote shop locations to include roadside assistance; often in adverse weather/road conditions to perform repairs on CDOT equipment; + Maintain current knowledge of and abide by all safety laws, regulations, policies, and procedures and wear all required personal protective equipment; + Provide information, education, and guidance to equipment operators as needed; + Other job duties as assigned. Work Environment: + Work schedule is Monday thru Thursday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. During the summer months, the work schedule will be 4-10 hour shifts. + The average work week is 40 hours a week, with periodic overtime due to location of equipment, emergencies or inclement weather + CDOT provides all tools, PPE, and CDL training and testing + May be required to respond to emergencies outside regular work hours and work overtime, including weekends and holidays + Must provide the supervisor with a telephone number where they can be reached to respond to an emergency + Required to lift up to 70 lbs. + Required to bend, kneel, climb in/out of trucks when maintaining and repairing equipment + Required to operate CDOT vehicles + Frequent travel during the workday to perform field repairs, as well as to attend training and meetings + May be required to work in extreme temperatures, hot and cold, and weather conditions for long periods of time + Exposure to loud noises + Exposure to fumes, odors, gases, dust, etc. that may affect breathing, eyes, and skin + Exposure to High Voltage (anything over 600V) and electrical shock + Must be able to hear and communicate via cell phone and state radio to relay information and respond to field calls + Due to locations of some of the equipment, must be physically able to work at 9-11,000 feet altitude + Required to use computers to accomplish everyday work duties + New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights Minimum Qualifications + At least 5 years of skilled work experience in machining, fabricating, maintaining, welding, and/or installing precision devices, instruments, equipment, and/or structures; with at least one year of experience working with a CNC plasma cutter. Substitutions: + A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to five (5) years Please Note: The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. u201cSee Resumeu201d statements on the application or resumes in lieu of a complete application may not be accepted. Additional information submitted after the closing date of this announcement will not be considered in the review of your application. In addition, part-time work will be prorated. College Transcripts: If you are using education to qualify, a legible copy of your official or unofficial college transcript(s) or an official foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Transcripts must show the name of the school, completed credit hours, and (if applicable) that a degree was conferred. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have been assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. The credential evaluation report must be an official report. Failure to provide a transcript or official foreign credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position. Conditions of Employment + Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks. More information in the supplemental information section. + A current valid driver license is required for all Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) positions which require operating a state or personal motor vehicle to perform one or more essential functions of the position. + Required to obtain a Colorado Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A or B with no restrictions on airbrakes within six months of hire + Required to be on-call and to perform s hift work + May be required to pass a controlled substance test (i.e., drug test), and DOT physical through our medical provider. + Must be willing to respond to emergencies outside regular work hours and work overtime, including weekends and holidays + New employees are required to take two weeks of maintenance training, while veteran CDOT employees are required to take one week of training each year. This training is completed in Aurora or via computer. + Must provide the supervisor with a telephone number where you can be reached for the purposes of responding to an emergency. Preferred Qualifications The exceptional applicant will possess the proven ability or accomplishment in the following: + Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section; + Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position; + Highest work/personal ethics and integrity; + Extensive experience designing and fabricating parts and special tools needed for unique and emergency situations; + Current certification inMIG (Gas Metal Arc Welding), TIG (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding), and ARC (Shielded Metal Arc Welding). A copy of your certificates must be submitted with your application. + Knowledge and experience using a variety of tools/machinery to complete repairs including: mig welder, stick welder, press, iron worker, saw, plasma cutter, compressed oxygen-acetylene cutter, lathe, milling machine, grinders, mag drill, scraper, etc.; + Ability to weld mild steel in AWS DI.1 (structural welding), DI.5 (bridge welding), and D14.3 groups I-IV, stainless steel in 302L, 304L, 316L and aluminum 6061. Must be able to use all Electrode Classifications for SMAW, GMAW-S, GMAW, GTAW, FCAW-S, FCAW-G, and must be able to get heat seating from a Welding Procedure Specification; + Ability to perform horizontal, vertical, and overhead welding; + Proven ability to manage multiple assignments, priorities, and projects in a demanding environment; + Ability to work under tight deadlines and be adaptable to changing assignments; + Use of innovative approaches when performing repairs, with consideration for available resources, budget, time, efficiency, and safety; + Ability to work lead and mentor employees; + Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills; + Strong time and project management skills, including prioritization and project switching ability; + Excellent reasoning, investigative, analytical, and problem solving ability; + Excellent facilitation, presentation, and communication skills, both written and oral; + Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy; + Passion for safety; + Ability to work effectively in both independent and team situations; + Knowledgeable with computer software including Dynatorch, Autodesk Fusion 360, Inkscape, Adobe Illustrator, Sheetcam, e mail, and the ability and willingness to quickly learn other software systems. Supplemental Information Applicant Checklist Complete Applications must include the following documents: + A complete CDOT Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the green 'APPLY' button at the top of this announcement) + A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (The questionnaire is part of the online application. You will be prompted to answer them as you are completing your online application. + If you are using education to qualify, a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing completed coursework and credit hours, that your degree has been conferred (if applicable), and the name of your school, or your NACES accreditation. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application. + If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application. Please note that you may redact information on your attachments that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Only complete applications submitted by the closing date for this announcement will be given consideration. Every effort must be made to submit all application materials by the announcement close date. Where unusual circumstances prevent timely acquisition of transcripts, they must be submitted within five business days of the announcement close date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application being rejected. The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities. Notifications: All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be via email . Include your current working email address on your application and check your email frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up your email to accept messages from

Created: 2026-02-26