1. Two years of experience in automotive and heavy equipment repair plus one year of welding experience; or,
2. two years of experience performing duties equivalent to the class of Equipment Mechanic I with Santa Barbara County plus completion of 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, or experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities.
Knowledge of: the operation, repair, and preventive maintenance of light and heavy gasoline- and diesel-powered construction equipment and automotive apparatus; equipment and tools used in making all types of mechanical repairs; tools and methods of the welding trade, including brazing, soldering, electrical, and arc welding; and mechanical and welding safety practices.
Job Description: This class is distinguished from Maintenance Welder Mechanic by the responsibility for minor repair and major overhaul of small engines and heavy equipment as its primary assignment and welding as a secondary assignment. The Maintenance Welder Mechanic is responsible for performing skilled welding as its primary assignment and minor heavy equipment repair as a secondary assignment. Mechanic/Welder is further distinguished from the Equipment Mechanic class series by the fabrication of welded metal equipment and facilities on a frequent basis.
About Salary: $21.52-$26.27 every hour / $3,743-$4,569 monthly / Range: 5486
Definition: Under direction, makes minor and major mechanical
repairs on a variety of gasoline- and diesel-powered equipment and
performs welding in the repair, modification, and fabrication of
equipment and facilities; and performs related duties as required.
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