Fleet Mechanic & Equipment Technician – Public Works

Town of Acton, MA; Acton (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness club reimbursement

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Middlesex Retirement System pension

457-B/Roth IRA plans

Job summary

The Town of Acton is seeking an experienced Equipment Repair Person to join the Department of Public Works. This full-time role performs skilled mechanical work diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining the town's fleet of vehicles and equipment while supporting Public Works operations and emergency response.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, preventive maintenance, repairing gasoline, diesel, hybrid, and electric vehicles, and maintaining repair records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 4 years automotive/mechanical experience.
• Valid driver's license; CDL Class A with air brake endorsement.
• Massachusetts Hoisting Licenses 2A and 1D (forklift) and OSHA-10.
• Equivalent combination of education and work experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain Town vehicles and equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections.
• Repair gasoline, diesel, hybrid, and electric vehicles.
• Service hydraulic and air brake systems.
• Welding and fabrication.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and field repairs.
• Maintain repair and maintenance records.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Electrical diagnostics

Preventive maintenance

Welding and fabrication

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL Class A with air brake endorsement

Massachusetts Hoisting License Class 2A

Massachusetts Hoisting License Class 1D (forklift)

OSHA-10 certification

Job description

The Town of Acton is seeking an experienced Equipment Repair Person to join the Department of Public Works. This full-time role performs skilled mechanical work diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining the town's fleet of vehicles and equipment while supporting Public Works operations and emergency response.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, preventive maintenance, repairing gasoline, diesel, hybrid, and electric vehicles, and maintaining repair records.