State of Utah

Overview

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is seeking a skilled Journey Welder / Truck Equipment Installer to maintain and repair their fleet and machinery. The role involves welding, fabricating custom parts, and ensuring equipment readiness for snow removal and other specialized applications.

Responsibilities

• Laying out, cutting, preheating, cleaning, and fitting metal materials.
• Building and repairing structures or equipment based on verbal instructions, blueprints, and working drawings.
• Assembling and disassembling machinery, replacing components, and performing automotive body work.
• Finding, diagnosing, and repairing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems in vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Modifying metal parts for special projects and installing snowplow parts and their hydraulic systems.
• Participating in the Regional Snow Removal Plan and operating heavy equipment to manage snow and ice.

Requirements

• At least four years of professional mechanic experience, with relevant education substitutable year-for-year.
• A valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire.
• Must provide a full set of mechanic tools.
• Availability for 24/7 overtime and varied schedules, especially during weather events.

Benefits

Additional Information

• Location: Equipment Operations, Po Box 145730, Taylorsville, Utah, 84129, United States.
• Background check and drug test required.
• Schedule Code: B - Competitive Career Service.
• Full-Time position.
• Application Deadline: 7/20/2026.