Mobile Welding Jobs in Rio Rancho, NM (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $48,547.20 - $50,668.80 Annually
Location : Albuquerque, NM
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2601277
Department: Transit
Division: TR-ABQ Ride Fleet Accident Repair
Opening Date: 08/06/2026
Closing Date: 9/8/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Bargaining Unit: BL
Position Summary
Perform restoration procedures on all body parts of automotive vehicles including trucks, trolleys and buses; install glass, paint and perform a variety of other restoration activities and perform a variety of other related activities in support of the maintenance and restoration of City vehicles.
This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.
Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Essential and Supplemental Functions
SSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include, but are not limited to thefunctions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of thejob with or without a reasonable accommodation.

1. Restore all body parts of automotive vehicles including trucks, paratransit and buses.
2. Examine damaged vehicles and estimate cost of repairs.
3. Remove excessively damaged body parts including fenders, windows, panels and grills; install and paint new replacement parts.
4. Straighten bent vehicle frames, repair body dents and holes, and remove old paint from specified area using appropriate tools and equipment.
5. Prepare for an paint vehicles; cover areas not intended for paint with masking tape; mix a variety of paints to achieve desired color; apply vehicle body fillers and primers as appropriate; spray paint vehicles in appropriate manner.
6. Repair and refurbish vehicle interior including seat upholstery, flooring and interior panels.
7. Fabricate metal panels as necessary; perform both metal and plastic welding as necessary.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

1. May perform minor electrical work when appropriate.
2. Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements
Education directly related to the minimum requirements below may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
High school diploma or GED plus a two (2) year technical certificate or training in automotive repair; and
Two (2) years of vehicle restoration experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
Possession of a valid City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.
Possession of a valid New Mexico Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A within six (6) months from date of hire.
Possession of an AC recovery and CNG fuel certificate within six (6) months from date of hire.
Working Conditions
Environmental:
Shop environment; working within confined spaces; with exposure to excessive noise, dust and solvents.
Physical:
Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, standing, sitting kneeling and repeated bending for prolonged periods of time.
Total Rewards. Total You.
The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!
Paid holidays? Check
Paid parental leave? Check
Paid birthdays off? Check
Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1? Check and check
Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community.
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Do you possess a valid New Mexico Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A or the ability to obtain one? (Please attach a copy of your CDL)

• Yes
• No

02
Do you possess a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of your Driver's License)?

• Yes
• No

03
Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts).

• No High School Diploma
• High School Diploma or GED
• Non/degree accredited- Some College or 1-year technical certificate
• Associates or 2-year technical certificate
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Juris Doctorate
• Doctorate

04
Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.

• No experience
• 1 to less than 6 months
• 6 to less than 12 months
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 9 years
• 9 years to less than 10 years
• 10 years to less than 11 years
• 11 years to less than 12 years
• 12 years to less than 13 years
• 13 or more years

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