Mechanic Welder
City of Saint Paul
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Job summary
City of Saint Paul invites applications for a Mechanic Welder in the Fleet Services Division. You will perform welding, fabrication, and mechanical repairs on a wide range of vehicles and equipment, from mowers to backhoes, using acetylene and arc-welding processes.
The job emphasizes hands-on work and problem solving in a maintenance-centric environment. Expect a four-day, 10-hour night schedule (3-day weekends) with a 6.5% shift premium after 6:00 p.m.
Qualifications
- Experience with welding and fabrication for vehicle/equipment maintenance.
- Completion of automotive/heavy equipment programs or apprenticships with ≥3 years experience.
- Ability to repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Responsibilities
- Weld, fabricate, and machine metal components and structures.
- Repair and replace worn parts on fleet equipment with welding.
- Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Maintain documentation in fleet management systems.
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Job description
The Fleet Services Division is seeking a skilled
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.
- 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.
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.
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.
We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits, including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.
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.
- 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.
Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.
Applicants who meet the minimum job requirements will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.
This position requires a medical examination, driver’s license check, drug test, and a background check which may include criminal history.
Trisha Freiberger at 651‑266‑6481
Email: trisha.freiberger@stpaul.gov
The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.
If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran’s preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application. Click here for more information.
The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
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- Health Insurance
- Vacation/Holidays
- Sick Leave
- Life Insurance
- Subsidized Metro Bus Pass
- Deferred Compensation
- Retirement Program
- Dental
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Disability Insurance
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Long Term Care Insurance
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The thorough completion of the supplemental questions is very important in the screening processes. Therefore, a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application, may result in failure or disqualification for this position. In addition, documentation of work experience referred to in the supplemental questions must be included in the application. Your education, training, and experience are subject to verification. I understand that giving false information, failure to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification from this position.
- Yes
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Which of the following answers BEST describes your training and experience that qualifies you for this position. (Choose only one answer)
- 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.
- None of the above
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What class of driver's license or Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) do you possess?
- Class "A" or "B" CDL
- Class "A" CDL with no restrictions for airbrakes
- Class "B" CDL with no restrictions for airbrakes
- Minnesota Class D or equivalent out-of-state driver's license
- None of the above
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What types of vehicles and/or equipment have you repaired and maintained? (Check all that apply)
- Automotive/Light duty vehicles
- Heavy trucks
- Small engine/grounds/turf equipment
- Fire apparatus
- Heavy equipment
- None
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What type of heavy truck and equipment systems have you repaired and maintained? (Check all that apply)
- Complex mechanical systems
- Electrical systems
- Multiplex electrical systems
- Hydraulic and pneumatic power systems
- Brake systems
- None
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Which of the following types of repair and maintenance tasks do you have experience performing? (Check all that apply)
- Tune‑ups
- Preventive maintenance
- Checking and repairing cooling systems
- Checking and maintaining lubrication systems
- Repairing and maintaining diesel engines
- Repairing and maintaining suspension and/or driveline systems
- Diagnosing and repairing electronic engine controls using electronic scanners or computerized diagnostic equipment
- Internal component repairs
- Fuel system repairs
- Welding repairs
- None
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What types of welding and fabrication experience do you have? (Check all that apply)
- No welding or fabrication experience
- MIG (GMAW) welding
- TIG (GTAW) welding
- Stick (SMAW) welding
- Flux‑cored arc welding (FCAW)
- Fabrication of parts from raw materials (cutting, fitting, assembly)
- Repair of cracked or damaged frames, components, or structural parts
- Welding/fabrication on automotive, heavy duty trucks, or off‑road equipment
- Use of cutting tools (oxy‑acetylene torch, plasma cutter, etc.)
- Grinding, finishing, and weld preparation
- Experience working with mild steel
- Experience working with stainless steel
- Experience working with aluminum
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RECRUITMENT: How did you first find your way to our website to apply for this position? (check all that apply)
- City of Saint Paul website
- City of Saint Paul employee
- City of Saint Paul job interest card
- City of Saint Paul walk‑in
- City of Saint Paul Posted! newsletter
- City of Saint Paul Gov.Delivery notifications
- Friend or family member
- League of Minnesota Cities website
- Governmentjobs.com website
- X (formerly known as Twitter)
- Indeed.com website
- ZipRecruiter
- Pollen website
- MinnesotaWorks.net
- College or University
- Community organization
- Job fair
- Professional association
- Saint Paul Elevate Session
- People of Color Career Fair
- Other
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RECRUITMENT: If not indicated above, please specify where you heard about the position (e.g., specific organization/website name, City of Saint Paul employee name).
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I am currently a Right Track Worker or have been employed by the City of Saint Paul as a Right Track Worker in the past.
- Yes
- No
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