Under general supervision, is responsible for heating, cutting, and joining metal and fabricating parts and assisting in general mechanical maintenance work; performs related duties as required.
Four (4) years of experience as a welder. Substitution(s): A certificate of completion from a formal welding program may substitute for up to two (2) years of the required welder experience.
Some positions may require possession of a valid driver’s license.
The names of the applicants passing this administration of this exam will be used to create a NEW, OPEN COMPETITIVE, eligible list for this classification. If you are interested in having your name included on the new eligible list, you will need to apply for this exam within the filing period and successfully complete all phases of the testing process. Questions regarding this process can be directed to the Test Center at 614-645-7439.
The examination process will consist of a multiple-choice exam weighted 40% covering Welding, Mathematics, and Safety; and a performance exam weighed 60%.
The exam is expected to be administered in late September - early October 2026. Approved applicants will be notified by mail/email of their scheduled test date and time.
All applicants must complete all phases of the testing process in order to receive a final score. The names of all candidates who pass this examination will remain on the eligible list for two years, unless the eligible list is replaced prior to or extended beyond the two years. If a candidate's name is certified and the candidate is to be considered for employment, the hiring process will include one or more interviews, a criminal background check, and a pre-employment drug test.
The certification process will be: Fixed Band
The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer
