Welder/Mechanic

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 70,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Massachusetts seeks a Welder/Mechanic to handle metal fabrication and maintenance for MassDOT’s depot fleet. Responsibilities include welding, plasma cutting, and repair of heavy construction equipment, snow plows, and infrastructure components.

The role requires adherence to safety schedules and coordination with engineers. The position offers full-time hours at the MassDOT department with potential overtime for snow/ice operations and emergencies.

Qualifications

• At least four years of welding experience.
• Apprenticeship program may substitute for two years of experience.
• Possession of an arc welding certification is required.
• Massachusetts driver’s license with good driving record is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled fabrication welding and burning plasma cutting for repair/maintenance of heavy equipment.
• Operate welding equipment and perform maintenance tests per safety schedules.
• Fabricate metal structures from drawings and specifications.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and test motor equipment; assist mechanics as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of inspected/repaired vehicles.

Skills

Welder experience

Apprenticeship

Arc welding certification

Driver's license

Education

Trade/technical certificate

Job description

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Job Description - Welder/Mechanic (2600057A)

Job Description

Description

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of an employee in a higher grade, the Welder/Mechanic is responsible for all the metal fabrication and maintenance needs of the assigned depot. This includes but is not limited to the fabrication, maintenance and repair of heavy construction equipment and attachments; snow plowing and spreading apparatus; buildings and appurtenances; roadways, bridges, and tunnel infrastructure; roadways and bridges, and tunnels. Also, may be required to assist Mechanics in repairs on the motor equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform skilled fabrication welding and burning plasma cutting as required in the repair or maintenance of toll and/or construction equipment.
• Operate and perform maintenance and regular diagnostic testing on welding equipment in conformance with maintenance and safety schedules.
• Fabricate a wide variety of metal structures from oral directions, blueprint sketches, drawings, and written specifications.
• Trouble shoot, repair, documents, and test motor equipment.
• Assist mechanics in repairs on motor equipment when required.
• Records and maintains accurate information on inspected/repaired vehicles.
• Operates related equipment including but not limited to drill presses, grinders, heliarc, mig welder, torches to perform assigned tasks.
• Coordinates with engineers on fabricating structural components/devises.
• Must be available for scheduled overtime work and overtime work for snow and ice operations and emergency conditions.

Perform other related duties as required.

About MassDOT

The 4,000+ employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) take great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s culture and career opportunities can be found at mass.gov/massdot-careers.

MassDOT’s divisions include Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters(Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of thefour (4) divisions.

Qualifications

Minimum Entrance Requirements

This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Applicants must have at least four years of experience as a welder. Successful completion of an apprenticeship program overseen by a recognized certification authority may be substituted for the required experience.

Substitutions

Possession of a certificate in welding from a recognized trade or technical school may be substituted for two years of the required experience.

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid Massachusetts vehicle operator’s license and a good driving record.
• Possession of an arc welding certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in the repair, maintenance and overhaul of automotive equipment such as automobiles, trucks, bulldozers, cranes, front end loaders, etc.
• Possession of a certificate or diploma from a recognized trade, technical or vocational school, at the high school level or above, with a major in automotive shop practice.
• Possession of a Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and Public Safety Hoisting License 2A or 2B.

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

An Equal Opportunity / Affi... ... encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Primary Location

United States-Massachusetts-Charlestown- 60 BunkerHill Ind

Job

Skilled Trades

Agency

Massachusetts Department of Transportation

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day

Job Posting

Aug 14, 2026, 3:12:41 PM

Number of Openings

1

Salary

69,558.84 - 98,867.86 Yearly

Bargaining Unit : DOT

Confidential : No

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : No