1. Two years of experience in skilled gas and electric welding plus one year in minor repair of gas- and diesel-powered heavy equipment; or,
2. two years of experience performing duties equivalent to the class of Equipment Mechanic I with Santa Barbara County plus six semester units in welding technology. A minimum of one year of additional experience in welding may be substituted for the required coursework; or,
3. equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities.
Knowledge of: tools and methods of the welding trade, including brazing, soldering, electrical, and arc welding; the operation, minor repair, and preventive maintenance of gas- and diesel-powered construction equipment; and safety practices related to welding and equipment repairs.
Job Description: This class is distinguished from Mechanic/Welder by the responsibility for performing skilled welding as its primary assignment and minor heavy equipment repair as a secondary assignment. The Mechanic/Welder class is responsible for minor and major small engine and heavy equipment repair as its primary assignment and welding as a secondary assignment.
About Salary: $21.07-$25.73 every hour / $3,665-$4,474 monthly / Range: 5444
Definition: Under direction, performs skilled welding in the
repair, modification, and fabrication of equipment and facilities;
makes minor mechanical repairs on a variety of heavy equipment; and
performs related duties as required.
PageUrl:http://www.eduers.com/JobDescriptions/Maintenance_Welder_Mechanic.html