Mechanic

petersonschool.online; Norwood (MA); Hybrid; USD 83,097,000 - 88,166,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Norwood in Norwood, MA is seeking a Mechanic to provide hands-on repair and maintenance for DPW machinery and equipment. The role involves troubleshooting, bodywork, welding, and preventive maintenance, with snow plowing support during winter.

Required are a high school diploma or better, technical training, and at least three years of applicable experience; CDL and Mass Hoisting licenses are preferred. The position is full-time, 40 hours weekly, with union status and a 7:00 a.m.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required with technical training preferred.
• Three years of experience repairing and maintaining mechanical equipment.
• CDL and hoisting licenses are preferred qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair DPW machinery and equipment.
• Perform light bodywork and welding on vehicles.
• Grease, change filters, adjust wiring and brakes, and tire mounting.
• Order parts for repair and perform snow plowing and sanding as needed.
• Work with safety regulations and follow instructions.

Skills

Heavy equipment

Diesel engines

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Welding

Safety procedures

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Advanced technical education or equivalent

Three years of mechanical repair experience

CDL license

Mass Hoisting Engineering license

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.

*Thisposting is not meant to be inclusive of all job duties or qualification requirements. Complete job description is available by emailing the contact below.