Motor Equipment Mechanic III
Motor Equipment Mechanic III
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Position Summary
The Motor Equipment Mechanic will inspect troubleshoot and repair motor vehicles and equipment for use by agency personnel; consult with operators manufacturers or dealers representatives regarding specifications or problems relating to the operation of motor vehicles and/or equipment; write repair orders and specifications for new vehicles and equipment.
This position will start on the 1st shift Monday through Friday 7:00am 3:30pm but shifts are subject to change based on biannual shift bids and/or operational need. This is an essential position and incumbent is expected to report for all snow and ice events.
- With little or no guidance or assistance perform skilled mechanical work in the maintenance repair overhaul and powered equipment with the use of appropriate test equipment and hand and/or power tools. Work to be performed in MassDOT garages or property.
- Diagnose the cause of faulty mechanical performance on gasoline and diesel engines and estimate the extent of necessary repairs on gasoline and similar powered equipment such as passenger vehicles trucks and other equipment used at MassDOT.
- Repair and maintain radiators cooling systems and engines including valves bearings shafts rings oil pumps brake systems fuel pumps carburetors gasoline or diesel fuel injection systems and timing mechanisms on gasoline powered equipment.
- Repair and service conventional transmissions and make minor adjustments to automatic transmissions. Repair and service clutch assemblies differentials transfer cases torque converters and gear trains on automobiles trucks and construction equipment used by MassDOT.
- Maintain repair and perform diagnostic functions on ignition system switches generators and voltage regulators alternators starting motors air conditioners and electrical systems on all types of motorized equipment.
- Maintain repair adjust and replace elements of chassis assembly including frames springs steering dump bodies and brakes. Balance wheels mounts dismounts services and repair tires of all types and sizes on all types of motorized equipment.
- Perform body and fender work on all types of equipment including restoring sing treating and spray painting of metal surfaces and remove repair or replace glass doors seats and upholster.
- Perform torch cutting metal parts and equipment.
- Under direct supervision or in cooperation with a Mechanic III or Mechanic IV perform complex mechanical work on diesel engines hydraulic systems air conditioning systems and power trains.
- May operate such equipment as honing machines valve resurfacing machines drill presses or grinders.
- Obtain parts and supplies from stock and initiate requests for special replacement parts or equipment as required for assigned repair work.
- Maintain necessary time and cost distribution records related to motor equipment maintenance and repair as required.
- Issue Massachusetts Vehicle and Emissions inspection stickers.
- Drive passenger cars trucks and other equipment used by MassDOT as necessary.
- Overtime is mandatory during snow and ice operations.
- Perform other related work as required.
About MassDOT
The 4000 employees ofMassachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT)take great pride in connecting the Commonwealths residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing implementing and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan design construct and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOTs culture and career opportunities can be found atmass/massdotcareers.
MassDOTs divisions include Highway Registry of Motor Vehicles Aeronautics and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four 4 divisions.
Minimum Entrance Requirements
This requisition will remain open until filled; however first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.
All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.
Please provide a complete accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position.
Applicants must have at least (A) three years of fulltime or equivalent parttime experience in the repair maintenance and overhaul of automotive equipment such as automobiles trucks bulldozers cranes frontend loaders etc. of which (B) at least one year must have been in a supervisory capacity or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.
Substitution
A certificate or diploma from a recognized trade technical or vocational school at the high school level or above with a major in automotive shop practice may be substitution for one year of the required (A) experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Applicants must have a valid Massachusetts Class B CDL motor vehicle operators license and a valid Massachusetts Class 1B 2A and 4G or better hoisting license issued by the Massachusetts Department of Public Safety.
- For questions regarding the job posting please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at
- For general questions regarding MassDOT call the Human Resources Service Center at.
- For a disabilityrelated reasonable accommodation or alternative application method call the ADA Coordinator Lucy Bayard at.
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you your loved ones and your future.
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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females minorities veterans and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race religion color sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation age disability national origin veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women Black Indigenous and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may selfselect out of opportunities if they dont meet 100 of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
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