Mechanic

The Peterson School; Norwood (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Norwood is seeking a skilled Mechanic to join the Department of Public Works in Norwood, MA. The role focuses on hands-on repair and maintenance of DPW machinery and equipment, with responsibilities spanning troubleshooting, welding, and preventive care.

You will work Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., handling tasks from brake servicing to tire mounting and snow plowing as needed. CDL and Hoisting licenses ensure eligibility for this essential municipal position.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent required.
• Three years of experience in repair and maintenance of mechanical equipment or equivalent.
• Trained in electrical and diagnostic equipment.
• Possession of a valid CDL license.
• Mass Hoisting Engineering license.

Responsibilities

• Performs troubleshooting, mechanical repair and maintenance on DPW machines and equipment (weed whackers, automobiles, dump trucks, loaders).
• Provides light bodywork and welding for vehicle repairs.
• Greases vehicles, changes oil filters, reads wiring and brakes; re-mounts tires as needed.
• Orders mechanical parts for equipment repairs.
• Performs snow plowing and sanding operations; assists other DPW areas as needed.
• Performs similar or related work as required.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Diesel engines

Electrical systems

Welding

Safety regulations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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.

Minimum Requirements:

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