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Commonwealth of Kentucky
Welder
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A Welder or Solderer uses welding equipment to solder or heat and bind pieces of metal together.
$44,787 / year median in Kentucky
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Advertisement Closes 8/26/2026 (11:59 PM ET) req80654 Welder Pay Grade 10 Salary $32,400.00 Annually Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH
|FULL TIME
|ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY
| 18A | 40.0 HR/WK Click here for more details on state employment. Hiring Agency Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Corrections Location 200 Road To Justice West Liberty, KY 41472 USA Description The Kentucky Department of Corrections (DOC), Division of Adult Institutions operates correctional facilities that house Kentucky's adult inmate population. The mission of DOC is to protect the citizens of the Commonwealth and to provide a safe, secure and humane environment for staff and offenders in carrying out the mandates of the legislative and judicial processes; and, to provide opportunities for offenders to acquire skills, which facilitate non-criminal behavior. If you desire an exciting career in Criminal Justice, we may have the spot for you! The Department of Corrections is currently seeking a Welder to work in the fast paced, professional environment of the Eastern Kentucky Correctional Complex.Key Responsibilities may include:
Supervise maintenance inmates Maintenance, repair and fabrication of assorted equipment. Working on projects and ensuring the safety and security of the facility. Maintain records and inventory for operations. Minimum RequirementsEDUCATION
High school graduateEXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS
Two years of welding, welding technology, or welding fabrication experience. SubstituteEDUCATION
forEXPERIENCE
Additional education in a related field will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. SubstituteEXPERIENCE
forEDUCATION
Additional welding, welding technology, welding fabrication, or a related field will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
(AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be 18 years of age. Working Conditions Typical working conditions for a specific position may be listed on the individual position description. Probationary Period This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided inKRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Regina Setters at reginak.setters@ky.gov An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D Apply Now Share Save JobBenefits
- Dental Insurance