The fundamental reason the classification exists
is to perform skilled welding work in the fabrication and repair of automotive
and related metal structures or equipment.
Work involves the use of acetylene and electrical equipment in the
heating, welding, cutting, and brazing of ferrous and non-ferrous metals in
accordance with standard trade practices.
Welding assignments are usually accompanied by blueprints, sketches and
oral instructions indicating the type of material to be used. Little supervision is received concerning
work methods or techniques which are left largely to the discretion of the
employee, but work is subject to inspection as to volume of production and
quality of workmanship. Work
responsibilities are: performs electric arc, M.I.G. and acetylene
welding, brazing, silver soldering, lead soldering and acetylene burning and
reads, designs and fabricates equipment.
Employee reports to the Master Automotive Mechanic.
Employment is conditioned upon
applicants acquiring and maintaining an Alabama Driver’s license and providing
a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) from the Department of Public Safety as proof of
an insurable driving record. Must
be able to work nights, weekends, or holidays as needed.