Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission
Salary: $47,419.00 - $83,983.00 Annually
Location : Upper Marlboro, MD
Job Type: Career
Job Number: 10728
Department: PGC Parks and Recreation
Division: Facility Services Division
Opening Date: 07/29/2025
Closing Date: 8/13/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
THIS IS A -RE-ADVERTISEMENT. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY.
The Maryland National Capital Park & Planning Commission is one of the largest organizations servicing both Montgomery and Prince George's counties. In both counties we manage the park systems, but in Prince George's county we also develop the public's recreation programs.
Within our Department of Parks & Recreation, the Facility Services Division (FSD) is the largest division in Parks & Recreation. We provide high quality maintenance and maintenance support services for all of the parks and recreation facilities within Prince George's County. We have six major work areas: Fleet Management, Buildings & Structures (Trade Shops), Horticulture & Forestry, Major Maintenance & Inspection, Critical Projects(Aquatics, Heavy Equipment/Roads & Grounds and Sustainability and the Administration section.
We offer an excellent benefits package, including health, dental and vision, as well as 43 paid vacation/sick/holiday/personal days the first year; opportunities for advancement and steady employment. You may be required to come in for storm and emergency work.
Examples of Important Duties
The Prince George's County Department of Parks and Recreation, Welding Shop section is seeking applicants to fill a Welder II vacancy. The successful candidate will perform a full range of difficult, skilled welding work on Commission buildings, structures and properties, ensuring safety at all times. Receives work orders for welding projects; reads and interprets building plans, blueprints, sketches, and mechanical drawings to determine equipment, materials and methods. Inspects and troubleshoots buildings, assemblies, structures and equipment for problems, damages or necessary repairs; recommends corrective action and prepares estimates. Contacts inspectors to schedule inspections of projects. Uses a variety of tools and equipment to manufacture, modify, assemble, and repair various steel and aluminum assemblies, structures and equipment; performs a variety of gas welding torch and arc welding processes. Performs related trade procedures such as measuring, brazing, soldering, surface hardening, annealing, metal spraying, metal painting, flame and arc-cutting, incidental to welding work; devices special jigs and fixtures to hold parts to be welded and use techniques such as preheating, heat sinks and stress relieving to maintain specified dimensions and to prevent distortion or burning of parts to be welded. Fabricates parts, signs, and displays in support of park programs. Completes required administrative paperwork and recordkeeping.
Maintains inventory and assigns power equipment, tools, safety equipment, and vehicles to the crew; makes purchases and checks invoices to ensure materials are received and delivered. Drives motor vehicles to carry workers and haul tools, equipment, materials, and supplies to job sites; loads and unloads trucks of tools, equipment, supplies, and materials. Sets up tools and equipment for safe operation at worksites; provides routine maintenance of vehicles and equipment; takes assigned vehicles to the garage for maintenance and repair. Assigns, trains, and checks work of other Welders, Trades Apprentices, and Park/General Maintenance Workers who support skilled trades workers; provides instructions and assists with training on proper procedures, trade methods, and safety. Ensures safe and efficient work practices are followed and checks job sites for potential hazards. Applies safe and effective methods for machine operation, maintenance, and storage; uses protective clothing and gear. Performs critical Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance work to remove barriers and maintain compliance. Attends training to increase knowledge, awareness, and safety. Complies with Commission's practices regarding recycling and disposal.
(Work Hours are 6:00 am - 2:45 pm)
Salary ($47,419-$65,701-$83,983))
Minimum Qualifications
Supplemental Information
Classification Specification Welder II
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.
All applicants to this job posting will be considered for this and future job openings for the next six (6) months or until all qualified candidates have been exhausted from this job posting. At that time, a new job posting may be available for applications to future openings.
May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.
Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)
M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.
THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION
2025 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR MERIT SYSTEM EMPLOYEES
The following benefit summary is provided for informational purposes only and is not, nor should be construed as an employment agreement with the M-NCPPC, implied or actual. It is not all-inclusive and is subject to change. Benefits listed are extended to all Merit System employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). All plans are optional except the Defined Benefit and Long-Term Disability plans.
Eligibility
You have 45 days from your hire date to elect your benefits. Your coverage begins on the first of the month following receipt of your enrollment forms and required documentation.
Retirement Programs
Health Insurance Plans (FOP Members Pay 23% for Medical, Prescription and Dental and same as all other employees for Vision.) All other employees pay percentage below.
Flexible Spending Accounts (Employee Pays 100%)
Long-Term Disability Insurance (Mandatory Participation)
Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80%)
Supplemental and Spouse/Dependent Life Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)
Sick Leave Bank (Contribution and Benefit hours prorated for part-time employees)
Leave Programs
Other Benefits
For a more detailed description of benefits, please contact the Commission's Health and Benefits Office at or 301-454-1694.
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Location : Upper Marlboro, MD
Job Type: Career
Job Number: 10728
Department: PGC Parks and Recreation
Division: Facility Services Division
Opening Date: 07/29/2025
Closing Date: 8/13/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
THIS IS A -RE-ADVERTISEMENT. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY.
The Maryland National Capital Park & Planning Commission is one of the largest organizations servicing both Montgomery and Prince George's counties. In both counties we manage the park systems, but in Prince George's county we also develop the public's recreation programs.
Within our Department of Parks & Recreation, the Facility Services Division (FSD) is the largest division in Parks & Recreation. We provide high quality maintenance and maintenance support services for all of the parks and recreation facilities within Prince George's County. We have six major work areas: Fleet Management, Buildings & Structures (Trade Shops), Horticulture & Forestry, Major Maintenance & Inspection, Critical Projects(Aquatics, Heavy Equipment/Roads & Grounds and Sustainability and the Administration section.
We offer an excellent benefits package, including health, dental and vision, as well as 43 paid vacation/sick/holiday/personal days the first year; opportunities for advancement and steady employment. You may be required to come in for storm and emergency work.
Examples of Important Duties
The Prince George's County Department of Parks and Recreation, Welding Shop section is seeking applicants to fill a Welder II vacancy. The successful candidate will perform a full range of difficult, skilled welding work on Commission buildings, structures and properties, ensuring safety at all times. Receives work orders for welding projects; reads and interprets building plans, blueprints, sketches, and mechanical drawings to determine equipment, materials and methods. Inspects and troubleshoots buildings, assemblies, structures and equipment for problems, damages or necessary repairs; recommends corrective action and prepares estimates. Contacts inspectors to schedule inspections of projects. Uses a variety of tools and equipment to manufacture, modify, assemble, and repair various steel and aluminum assemblies, structures and equipment; performs a variety of gas welding torch and arc welding processes. Performs related trade procedures such as measuring, brazing, soldering, surface hardening, annealing, metal spraying, metal painting, flame and arc-cutting, incidental to welding work; devices special jigs and fixtures to hold parts to be welded and use techniques such as preheating, heat sinks and stress relieving to maintain specified dimensions and to prevent distortion or burning of parts to be welded. Fabricates parts, signs, and displays in support of park programs. Completes required administrative paperwork and recordkeeping.
Maintains inventory and assigns power equipment, tools, safety equipment, and vehicles to the crew; makes purchases and checks invoices to ensure materials are received and delivered. Drives motor vehicles to carry workers and haul tools, equipment, materials, and supplies to job sites; loads and unloads trucks of tools, equipment, supplies, and materials. Sets up tools and equipment for safe operation at worksites; provides routine maintenance of vehicles and equipment; takes assigned vehicles to the garage for maintenance and repair. Assigns, trains, and checks work of other Welders, Trades Apprentices, and Park/General Maintenance Workers who support skilled trades workers; provides instructions and assists with training on proper procedures, trade methods, and safety. Ensures safe and efficient work practices are followed and checks job sites for potential hazards. Applies safe and effective methods for machine operation, maintenance, and storage; uses protective clothing and gear. Performs critical Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance work to remove barriers and maintain compliance. Attends training to increase knowledge, awareness, and safety. Complies with Commission's practices regarding recycling and disposal.
(Work Hours are 6:00 am - 2:45 pm)
Salary ($47,419-$65,701-$83,983))
Minimum Qualifications
- High School diploma or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED).
- Completion of an approved welding apprentice program or four (4) years of progressively responsible experience.
- Two (2) years of experience at the journey level.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total 6 years.
- Valid driver's license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations. Driver's license must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required by the position of assignment.
- Depending on area of assignment, a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements may be required.
- Pass Commission medical examination
Supplemental Information
Classification Specification Welder II
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.
All applicants to this job posting will be considered for this and future job openings for the next six (6) months or until all qualified candidates have been exhausted from this job posting. At that time, a new job posting may be available for applications to future openings.
May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.
Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)
M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.
THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION
2025 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR MERIT SYSTEM EMPLOYEES
The following benefit summary is provided for informational purposes only and is not, nor should be construed as an employment agreement with the M-NCPPC, implied or actual. It is not all-inclusive and is subject to change. Benefits listed are extended to all Merit System employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). All plans are optional except the Defined Benefit and Long-Term Disability plans.
Eligibility
You have 45 days from your hire date to elect your benefits. Your coverage begins on the first of the month following receipt of your enrollment forms and required documentation.
Retirement Programs
- Defined Benefit Plan (Mandatory Participation) - Plan E excludes FOP members.
- Deferred Compensation ICMA-RC 457 plan (Optional)
- Traditional and Roth IRAs (Optional)
Health Insurance Plans (FOP Members Pay 23% for Medical, Prescription and Dental and same as all other employees for Vision.) All other employees pay percentage below.
- Medical
- Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan - (15%)
- UnitedHealthcare Select Exclusive Provider Organization Health Plan (EPO) - (20%)
- UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus Point of Service (POS) - (20%)
- Prescription - CVS Caremark - (15%)
- Dental - Delta Dental PPO and DeltaCare USA HMO - (20%)
- Vision - EyeMed - (80% of Low Option plan paid by Commission. Any balance paid by employee.)
- Low, moderate, and high options are available. Frequency of covered services differs.
Flexible Spending Accounts (Employee Pays 100%)
- Medical Account - Maximum annual contribution: $3,200
- Dependent Care Account - Maximum annual contribution: $5,000
Long-Term Disability Insurance (Mandatory Participation)
- Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80% (FOP Members Pay 100%)
- Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary, maximum of $6,000/month
Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)
- Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary that exceeds $108,000; capped at $216,000
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80%)
- Two (2) times base salary; maximum benefit is $200,000 for each
- Automatic coverage with opt-out provision
Supplemental and Spouse/Dependent Life Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)
- Supplemental - 1,2,3,4, or 5 times base salary; maximum benefit is $750,000
- Spouse/Dependent Combination - $10,000/$5,000, $20,000/$10,000, or $30,000/$15,000
Sick Leave Bank (Contribution and Benefit hours prorated for part-time employees)
- Employees have 60 days from date of hire to enroll.
- Employee contributes 8 leave hours each year
- Annually covers up to 688 hours for own serious medical condition, and 480 hours for parental responsibilities (birthadoption or foster care), and 80-160 hours for serious medical condition of an immediate family member
Leave Programs
- Annual: 15 days per year
- Personal: 3 days per year (12-month waiting period)
- Sick: 15 days per year
- Holidays: 11 days per year
Other Benefits
- Credit Union
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Legal Services Plan
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Wellness Program
- Work-Life Program
For a more detailed description of benefits, please contact the Commission's Health and Benefits Office at or 301-454-1694.
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