Ag Mechanics
Do you enjoy working with tools and metal?
Gain hands-on experience in woodworking, plumbing, electrical work, welding, and metal fabrication, preparing for careers in mechanics, welding, and construction
Ag Mechanics
- Hands-On Learning: Gain experience with carpentry, plumbing, welding, electrical wiring, and equipment maintenance.
- FFA & Real-World Experience: Participate in FFA activities and maintain a Supervised Agricultural Experience project.
- A-G approved, Early College Credit with Shasta College
OSHA 10, Shasta College Credit AGMA 44, A-G Area G
Ag Welding
- Metalwork & Welding: Learn hot and cold metalworking techniques, including SMAW, OA-W, OA-C, and GMAW welding in multiple positions (flat, horizontal, and vertical).
- FFA & Real-World Experience: Maintain a Supervised Agricultural Experience and participate in FFA activities each semester.
- A-G approved, Early College Credit with Shasta College
Shasta College Credit WELD 70, A-G Area G
Ag Metal and
Fabrication
- Hands-On Learning: Gain experience with carpentry, plumbing, welding, electrical wiring, and equipment maintenance.
- FFA & Real-World Experience: Participate in FFA activities and maintain a Supervised Agricultural Experience project.
- A-G approved, Early College Credit with Shasta College
Butte College Credit, A-G Area G
Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
Use hand-welding, flame-cutting, hand-soldering, or brazing equipment to weld or join metal components or to fill holes, indentations, or seams of fabricated metal products.
Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers
Inspect, test, sort, sample, or weigh nonagricultural raw materials or processed, machined, fabricated, or assembled parts or products for defects, wear, and deviations from specifications. May use precision measuring instruments and complex test equipment.
Faculty & Staff
Bob Safford
Ag Mechanics
As a dedicated CTE teacher, Bob serves as an FFA Advisor, Beef Advisor, and Ag Mechanics Coach, while also mentoring students as the FFA Creed Coach. Passionate about agricultural education, he helps students develop hands-on skills and leadership qualities to prepare them for future careers in the industry.
Nolan Kee
Ag Welding, Ag Metal and Fabrication
Nolan serves as the Swine Advisor and CDE Welding Coach. With a strong background in agriculture, Nolan brings hands-on expertise to his role, guiding students in both swine care and welding techniques. His dedication to fostering skill development and leadership in students is integral to their success in agricultural education.
