Heavy Equipment Welder Mechanic I/II

This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Resource Management Agency. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration.

Current vacancy is with the Resource Management Agency located in Terra Bella. The anticipated life of the list is six months.

Typical Duties

Weld a variety of materials using both gas and arc welding processes. Do cutting, forging and heating of materials to facilitate forming, bending, shaping, tempering or repairing of metal parts. Repair cracks and broken parts of mold, stainless and carbon steel. Grind and shape steel using angle head and bench grinders; fabricate racks, boxes, cylinders and tanks: repair welders and welding cable connections, cast iron manifolds, casting and housings; braze pipe and tubing; replace or repair bearings, thrust washers, seals, belts, chains, gears, hydraulic hoses, pumps, gauges, valves, rams, sprockets and rollers; use oxygen and acetylene torches, saws, shears, arc cutting rods and metal snips to cut, shear or scarify different grades and types of metal; use drill press and handheld drill motors; inspect and determine the type of repair or maintenance work needed on a variety of heavy equipment in shop or field; take down, repair and reassemble engines, transmissions, differentials, gear boxes, steering mechanisms, hydraulics, electrical, cooling, fuel and brake systems; do engine tune-ups and trouble shooting; read and interpret plans and repair manuals; keep time and work records.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade with course work in algebra and geometry.

Experience: Level I:Three (3) years in the maintenance and repair of heavy gasoline and diesel-powered construction equipment which included one year performing journey level welding using both gas and arc processes. Level II: Two (2) years of experience as a Heavy Equipment Welder Mechanic I or Five (5) years of experience in the maintenance and repair of heavy gasoline and diesel-powered construction equipment which included one year performing journey level welding using both gas and arc processes.

Knowledge of : Gas and arc welding processes, equipment, materials and shop practices; metals for welding, cutting, grinding and drilling; repair, overhaul and maintenance of heavy equipment and accessories, internal combustion gasoline and diesel engines, transmissions and differentials, fuel, hydraulic, electrical, cooling, brake and power-train systems and components; shop equipment such as jacks, hoists and lifting cranes; floor mounted power tools such as drill presses, grinders and hydraulic presses; electrically powered hand tools such as drill motors grinders, impact wrenches; and mechanics' hand tools such as ratchets, sockets and end wrenches; math sufficient to keep timecards and work with measuring tools; metric conversion; safe work practices.

Skill/Ability to : Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers; operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment; arc weld various types of materials; braze and silver solder with an acetylene torch; cut, forge, drill, and grind metals; inspect, diagnose, repair, overhaul and maintain heavy equipment engines, systems and components; use manual and powered tools and shop equipment; read, understand and work from blueprints, parts books and service manuals; write accurately to complete service records and timecards; work cooperatively with other shop and yard personnel.

License or Certificate:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.

DESIRABLE EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge of: Speed setting for drilling and cutting different metals.

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment

Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.

College Cost Reduction Access Act

This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service .

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Bargaining Unit 2

The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.

Benefit Amount: An annualbenefit amountis provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision andlife).This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).

Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMOmedical plans which include PPOand HMO dental plans andinclude dentalandvision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, andVision Services Plan (VSP).

Retirement: The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.

Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.

Vacation Accrual:
2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)
3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)
4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)
5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)
Limit of 300 hours.

Sick Leave Accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 50 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.

Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.

Disability Insurance: Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.

Deferred Compensation: A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.

To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/

The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.

Closing Date/Time: 9/24/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

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