Fleet Mechanic

Longmeadowma; Longmeadow, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Longmeadow, MA DPW is seeking qualified applicants for the full-time Fleet Mechanic position. The role involves inspecting, diagnosing, repairing and maintaining town trucks, heavy and light equipment, and related mechanical systems.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent with 3–5 years of related experience, a Class B CDL with Air Brake and Tanker Endorsements (Class A preferred), and OSHA 10. On-call emergency availability is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 3–5 years related automotive repair experience
• Current valid motor vehicle license; Class B CDL with Air Brake and Tanker endorsements (Class A preferred)
• Class 2A/3A hoisting licenses for 5-ton overhead crane
• Certified brake inspector for air brake trucks
• OSHA 10 certification
• Ability to be on call for emergencies

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled automotive work in inspection, diagnosis, repair and maintenance of town trucks and equipment
• Implement preventative maintenance program and ensure first-visit fixes
• Maintain vehicles and equipment to support Town operations
• Operate vehicle lifts and cranes as needed
• Maintain accurate records and use diagnostic tools to troubleshoot problems

Skills

Vehicle repair

Diagnostics

Safety inspections

Communication

Equipment operation

Emergency on-call

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

3–5 years related experience

Tools

Diagnostic software

Maintenance software

Job description

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The Town of Longmeadow, MA DPW is seeking qualified applicants for the FT positions of Fleet Mechanic. Position is responsible for performing skilled automotive work in the inspection, diagnostic, repair and maintenance of town trucks and automobiles, heavy and light equipment, and associated mechanical equipment. Performs semi-skilled and skilled work in maintaining the vehicles and equipment of the town. Primary objectives include ensuring vehicles are fixed properly the first visit and the deployment of a preventative maintenance program.

Successful candidate must have:

• Knowledge of repair and maintenance of light and heavy vehicles and equipment; knowledge of welding; knowledge of repairing electrical and electronic systems; knowledge of conducting safety inspections for all types of vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to use current software programs and diagnostic tools to troubleshoot problems with equipment and vehicles; ability to operate machinery and tools; ability to perform auto body work; ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to operate heavy and light equipment and trucks in excess of 60,000 GVW. Ability to Work on emergency call out basis, including during extended winter hours. Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Ability to make independent and responsible decisions. Ability to operate vehicle lifts 80,000, 18,000, 10,000 for heavy equipment. Ability to operate an overhead 5-ton crane.
• Computer skills; record keeping skills; proficiency with diagnostic software.

High school diploma or equivalent, and 3 to 5 years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, certification, and experience in automotive and equipment repair work.

Current valid motor vehicle license; Class B Commercial Driver’s License with Air Brake and Tanker Endorsements, required with Class A Commercial Driver’s License with Air Brake and Tanker Endorsements, preferred. Class 2A hoisting license and Class 3A hoisting license for 5-ton overhead crane. Certified qualified brake inspector to service trucks with air brakes. OSHA 10.

• Required to be on call as needed to respond to emergencies

The Town of Longmeadow is an Affimnative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion as a Town and to offering equal access to career development and promotional opportunities to our Town employees.