DPW Mechanic Grade 1

Town of Weston; Weston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Weston is seeking a skilled Mechanic - Grade 1 to maintain and repair municipal vehicles and equipment. You will plan, schedule, and perform servicing, assist other staff, and help keep records and parts inventory up to date.

The role requires ownership of tools, a Class B CDL, and a Hoisting License, with overtime for emergencies and weather-related operations. Strong safety and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in automotive maintenance, hydraulics and welding.
• Must possess own tools.
• Ability to operate test measurement and diagnostic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and coordinate all mechanical work to maintain, service and repair municipal vehicles and pumps.
• Assist staff in maintenance, service and repair work.
• Train personnel on procedures and equipment.
• Ensure work complies with standards and Town procedures.
• Maintain inventory and records of parts and supplies.
• Advise supervisor on unique situations.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Perform other DPW tasks as directed.

Skills

Automotive maintenance

Hydraulics

Welding

Diagnostic equipment

Record keeping

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Own tools

CDL Class B

Hoisting license

Job description

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Job Opportunities

40hrs p/week benefited, $41.81 p/hr. CDL and Hoisting licenses within 6 months of hire and own tools required upon hire. Incumbentmust have own tools and be available for overtime for emergencies and sanding and plowing operations.

Location: Town of Weston, Town Hall, 11 Town House Road, Weston, MA 02493

The Town of Weston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, religion, marital status, national origin or ancestry, genetics, sexual orientation, active military status or disability.

The Mechanic - Grade 1 is a highly skilled mechanic in the maintenance and repair of heavy, medium and light equipment. Hourly rate is subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements. Following is a link to the Union Contract

Assists the Supervisor of Vehicle Maintenance with the responsibilities of the Equipment Maintenance Division, including, but not limited to:

• Planning , scheduling and coordinating all mechanical work and programs to maintain, service and repair municipal vehicles, mechanical equipment and pumps.
• Providing assistance to employees and participating directly in maintenance, service and repair work.
• Training and cross training personnel on operating procedures and equipment.
• Assuring that all work performed complies with accepted maintenance practices, manufacturer specifications, and Town procedures.
• Maintaining an inventory and record of parts, materials, and operating supplies used in replacement parts list and schematics for all municipal equipment. Reviewing available products to accomplish work, developing purchase specifications, and purchasing parts, materials, and operating supplies for acceptance upon delivery.
• Advising supervisor of unique and unusual situations.
• Providing extraordinary customer service.
• Also performs any other public works function as directed by his/her supervisor or other DPW management staff.

Desirable Qualifications

• Demonstrates proficiency in automotive maintenance, hydraulics and welding techniques.
• Must possess own tools
• Demonstrates ability to operate test measurement and diagnostic equipment and personal computers or a willingness to develop those skills within one year.
• Must possess a Commercial Drivers License, Class B
• Must possess a Hoisting License to operate a loader, backhoe, sewer-vac, catch basin cleaner and street sweeper
• Demonstrates the ability to work continuously under varying weather conditions
• Ability to work overtime as requested or required
• Has a work history that demonstrates a good working attitude and an ability and willingness to work with supervisors and peers without conflict and independently with minimum supervision
• Ability to keep records and make reports
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to read and follow service/repair manuals, also to understand technical specifications established by regulatory agencies.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the safe and effective use of powered and hand tools.

Education and Skills

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrates the ability to understand and communicate work related information
• Demonstrates basic mathematical skills in addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.

Physical

• Physically fit to perform heavy manual labor to include ability to lift automotive components up to 200 pounds with assistance, and climb into/out of truck bodies.
• Must have vision correctable to 20/20 with good field and depth perception to operate motor vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Demonstrates good hand and finger dexterity to use hand tools and make adjustments on equipment.