Mechanic Welder

City of Saint Paul•Saint Paul, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Fleet Services Division is seeking a skilled Mechanic Welder to put your full scope of mechanical expertise and welding skills to work to keep our entire fleet operating at its best. You'll work on everything automotive, mechanical, and structural on small equipment, light duty vehicles, dump trucks, tractor trailers, front-end loaders, and backhoes. If you thrive on variety, problem-solving, and hands-on work that matters, this is where your expertise stands out. Join Saint Paul Fleet Services and help keep the City moving. This position offers a four-day, 10-hour night schedule, with three-day weekends, plus a 6.5% shift premium for hours worked after 6:00 p.m. Location: Fleet Services Division, 891 North Dale Street, Saint Paul, Minnesota Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 3:00 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. Shift Premium: +6.5% differential pay after 6:00 p.m. Apply Early - Interviews are Being Scheduled Throughout the Posting Period Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and qualified candidates may be invited to interview before the posting closes. Interviews are currently scheduled for the week of September 21st. Apply early for the best opportunity to be considered for the first interview date. More than One Opportunity - Work on Equipment that Matters The eligible list created from this assessment may also be used to fill vacancies throughout the City, providing opportunities to work on a wide range of essential equipment. Positions may include maintaining and repairing front-end loaders, dump trucks, and backhoes at Saint Paul Regional Water Services, as well as ladder trucks, fire engines, squads, and ambulances at the Saint Paul Fire Department. Put your mechanical skills to work maintaining the equipment that keeps Saint Paul essential services running.

Requirements

Successful completion of a two-year automotive, heavy truck, and/or heavy equipment repair vocational program plus three years (1,500 hours per year minimum) of experience maintaining and repairing mechanical systems, automobiles/light duty vehicles, or heavy trucks and/or equipment. Experience must include welding and fabrication work related to the maintenance and repair of vehicles, equipment, or mechanical systems.
Successful completion of a documented, mechanical/repair apprenticeship program plus three years (1,500 hours per year minimum) of experience maintaining and repairing mechanical systems, automobiles/light duty vehicles, or heavy trucks and/or equipment. Experience must include welding and fabrication work related to the maintenance and repair of vehicles, equipment, or mechanical systems.
Successful completion of a small engine or turf and grounds equipment vocational program plus three years (1,500 hours per year minimum) of experience performing maintenance and repairs on some of the following equipment classes; small engine/grounds/turf equipment, automotive/light duty vehicles, or heavy trucks and/or equipment. Experience must include welding and fabrication work related to the maintenance and repair of vehicles, equipment, or mechanical systems.
Successful completion of a welding or metal fabrication vocational program plus three years (1,500 hours per year minimum) of experience performing welding and fabrication work related to the maintenance and repair of vehicles, equipment, or other mechanical systems, including the use of acetylene, MIG, TIG, stick, or arc-welding equipment.
Six years (1,500 hours per year minimum) of increasingly responsible experience performing maintenance and repairs on some of the following equipment classes: small engine/grounds/turf equipment, automotive/light duty vehicles, or heavy trucks and/or equipment. Experience must include welding and fabrication work related to the maintenance and repair of vehicles, equipment, or mechanical systems.
Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D driver's license or equivalent out-of-state driver's license.
For positions with Fleet Services and Saint Paul Regional Water Services, candidates must obtain and maintain a valid Class A CDL with no restrictions for air brakes within 12 months of employment. The CDL must have no suspensions or revocations for driving related offenses within the two year period prior to date of appointment. Suspensions for parking related offenses are excluded.
For positions with Saint Paul Fire Department, candidates must obtain and maintain a valid Class B CDL with no restrictions for air brakes within 12 months of employment. The CDL must have no suspensions or revocations for driving-related offenses within the two year period prior to date of appointment. Suspensions for parking related offenses are excluded.
CDL holders must pass a DOT required pre-employment drug screen and submit to DOT mandated random drug and alcohol testing after hire.
Submit a City of Saint Paul online application, including answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire, by the closing date.
Upload or submit the following document(s) via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.) A resume (optional)
A legible copy of your proof of completion of a vocational or apprenticeship program (if applicable)

Nice To Haves

ASE Certification and/or welding certification is highly valued.

Responsibilities

Perform welding, plasma cutting, fabrication, and machining operations to repair, modify, and fabricate metal components and structures.
Dismantle, repair, or replace broken or worn parts on equipment utilizing acetylene and arc-welding equipment.
Perform skilled repairs and diagnostics on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Service and maintain a wide variety of vehicles and equipment including mowers, light duty trucks, snowplows, street sweepers, and all types of heavy equipment used to support City services.
Document all repairs, parts usage, welding, and labor activity in electronic fleet management systems.