Mechanic

The Peterson School; Norwood (KY); On-site; USD 83,163,000 - 88,442,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Norwood is seeking a Mechanic to provide hands-on repair and maintenance for DPW machinery and equipment. This role supports snow plowing, sanding operations, and general fleet maintenance in Norwood, MA.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, with advanced technical training and at least three years of related experience. A CDL and Mass Hoisting Engineering license are required or preferred, along with safety compliance and diagnostic skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training preferred.
• Three years of experience repairing and maintaining mechanical equipment or equivalent.
• Trained in electrical and diagnostic equipment.
• Possession of a valid CDL license.
• Mass Hoisting Engineering license.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting, mechanical repair and maintenance on all town DPW machines and equipment (weed whackers, automobiles, dump trucks, loaders).
• Light bodywork and welding for vehicle repair.
• Greasing, oil changes, brake adjustments, tire mounting/remounting.
• Order replacement parts as needed.
• Snow plowing and sanding operations; assist other DPW areas as needed.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Diesel engines

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Welding

Safety regulations

Technical reading

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Advanced technical education

Mass Hoisting Engineering license

CDL license (preferred)

Job description

Company: Town of Norwood Location: Norwood, MA

Title: Mechanic

Department: Department of Public Works One Lyman Place, Norwood MA 02062

Status:FLSA Non-Exempt, Union, 40 hours per week

Hours:Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m

Salary: FY26, Grade PW6 $29.0306 - $30.7759 per hour for steps 1-3 (salary range exceeds hiring range)

General Summary: The purpose of this position is to provide hands-on mechanical repair and maintenance duties for all DPW machinery and equipment in the Town of Norwood; as well as all other related work as required.

Essential Job Functions: *

Performs troubleshooting, mechanical repair and maintenance duties on all town DPW machines and equipment such as weed whackers, automobiles, dump trucks, and front- end loaders.

Provides light bodywork and welding for repair of vehicles.

Performs maintenance and repair duties such as greasing vehicles; changing oil filters; readjustment of wiring, lights, front/rear brakes; and re/mounting of tires.

Orders all mechanical parts necessary for repairing of equipment.

Performs snow plowing and sanding operations; assists other areas of the DPW as needed.

Performs similar or related work as required

Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities:

Knowledge of heavy equipment operation, maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment;

knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulic and electrical systems, welding.

Ability to understand and follow oral instructions. Ability to follow all applicable safety regulations and procedures.

Skill in all of the above listed tools and equipment.

High school education or equivalent, advanced technical education or equivalent;

Three (3) years of experience relating to the repair and maintenance of mechanical equipment, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Trained in electrical and diagnostic equipment.

Possession of a valid CDL license.

Mass Hoisting Engineering license.