Diesel Mechanic - Ayer

KLM Careers; Ayer (MA); On-site; USD 44,083 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

On-the-job training

Opportunities for advancement

Paid time off

Paid training

Vision insurance

Overtime

Job summary

A local government agency is seeking a Mechanic located in Ayer, Massachusetts, to perform skilled maintenance and repair of all Public Works vehicles. Candidates should have a high school diploma and a minimum of five years in gas and diesel repair work. The role involves operating under supervision, maintaining detailed records, and performing vehicle operations for snow removal. Benefits include health insurance, on-the-job training, and opportunities for advancement. Candidates must be US Citizens or Green Card holders.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with additional technical or vocational training in mechanics.
• Minimum five years of experience in gas and diesel repair work.
• Proficiency in diagnosing and repairing motor vehicles using mechanics tools.
• CDL B license with airbrake endorsement is preferred.
• Hoisting license is preferred.
• Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled repairs and maintenance on gasoline and diesel engines.
• Document a preventive maintenance program and keep detailed records.
• Repair power equipment and tools, order parts, and manage inventory.
• Operate vehicles for snow removal and emergency highway operations.
• Ensure safe practices in vehicle servicing and maintain a daily log.

Skills

Proficiency in diagnosing motor vehicles

Experience in gas and diesel repairs

Ability to use mechanics tools

Education

High school diploma with additional technical training

Tools

Mechanics tools

Job description

Ayer, MA

Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder.

Please submit strong candidates who are local to the Job Location.

This role involves skilled maintenance and repair of all Public Works Department vehicles and equipment, as well as the upkeep of the Town garage. The mechanic works under the general supervision of the Superintendent and Highway Division Foreman, with significant autonomy in decision‑making regarding vehicle maintenance and repairs.

Responsibilities:

• Perform skilled repairs and maintenance on gasoline and diesel engines, including engine overhauls, brake and suspension work, electrical system repairs, and clutch replacements.
• Operate and document a preventive maintenance program, keeping detailed records of all work performed on vehicles and equipment.
• Repair power equipment and tools such as compressors, jackhammers, and mowers.
• Order and manage parts inventory, prepare and maintain repair records, and assist in developing vehicle specifications.
• Operate vehicles for snow removal and sanding during winter, plowing, and perform emergency highway operations as needed.
• Ensure safe practices in vehicle servicing, maintain a daily log of activities, and update the DPW Computer Maintenance and Management System.

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On‑the‑job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance
• Overtime

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Do you have a High school diploma with additional technical or vocational training in mechanics?
2. Do you have at least five years of experience in gas and diesel repair work; or any equivalent combination of education and experience?
3. Do you have proficiency in diagnosing and repairing motor vehicles and using mechanics tools?
4. Do you have a CDL B license with airbrake endorsement - preferred?
5. Do you have Hoisting license - preferred?
6. Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder. (Please indicate which)
7. Salary Expectation? (Salary Expectations: $32hr - $34 hr)
8. Where are you located? (With Zip Code) If you are not near the job location, please explain relocation plan in detail (e.g. timeline, relocating with family, selling/buying property).
9. Have you applied or been interviewed for any role with this company in the past? If so, please provide details. (Specialized Recruiting Group)
10. Please provide the link to candidate’s LinkedIn profile.
11. How soon can you start if selected?
12. What experience does the candidate have with gas and diesel vehicle and engine repair work?