Welder​/Mechanic

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Foreman, 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 and repair of heavy construction equipment and attachments, snowplows and spreading apparatus, buildings and appurtenances, roadways, bridges, and tunnels.

• 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.
• Troubleshoot, repair, document, and test motor equipment.
• Assist mechanics in repairs on motor equipment when required.
• Record and maintain accurate information on inspected/repaired vehicles.
• Operate related equipment including but not limited to drill presses, grinders, heliarc, mig welder, torches to perform assigned tasks.
• Coordinate with engineers on fabricating structural components and devises.
• Be available for scheduled overtime work, overtime work for snow and ice operations and emergency conditions.
• Perform other related duties as required.

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

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

• Possession of a Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and Public Safety Hoisting license 2A or 2B.

• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  Worcester, Massachusetts – 499 Plantation St
• Job Type: Skilled Trades
• Agency:
  Massachusetts Department of Transportation
• Schedule:
  
  Full-time
• Shift: Day
• Number of Openings: 3
• Salary: 68,194.88 – 96,929.30 per year

An Equal Opportunity / Affinity Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly 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.