Mechanic Welder

Mechanic WelderThe 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. Here's what you can expect to do: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.ASE Certification and/or welding certification is highly valued.For more information and essential functions, see our Mechanic Welder job description.Information Specific to this Position: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 PeriodApplications 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 MattersThe 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.Our Benefits:We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits, including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.Equity, Inclusion and Belonging:The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.