Mechanic I

MechanicI

Requisition Code: DPWFLT

Classification: Non Exempt - Hourly
Grade/Level/Pay Range: Grade 10; Levels1-15; Range $23.52 - $33.23

Reports to: Fleet Superintendent
Date: July 24 2026

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/Objective
The Mechanic I performs skilled maintenance activities tosupport the mission of the Fleet Maintenance Division and assists the FleetSuperintendent and Assistant Fleet Superintendent in repair and maintenance ofthe Towns Fleet in accordance with established policies and regulationsindustry best practices operations manuals and manufacturers specifications.

Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individualswith disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1.Under the immediate supervision of the Fleet Superintendentand Assistant Fleet Superintendent utilizes hand and power tools precisionmeasuring and testing instruments to properly repair and maintain the Townsfleet of vehicles and equipment.

2.Perform mechanical and electrical repair and maintenancework to a variety of light to heavy duty diesel gas and electric poweredvehicles and equipment including but not limited to all Town vehicles truckslawn equipment police cruisers fire apparatus etc.

3.Inspects diagnosestroubleshoots makes recommendations and repairs and maintains vehicle andequipment components including but not limited engines transmissions axlesclutches brakes suspension etc.

4.Performs preventive maintenancework including but not limited to fluid and filter changes lubricating andgreasing and cleaning and washing vehicles and equipment at the direction ofthe Fleet Superintendent and Assistant Fleet Superintendent.

5.Assists division lead in monitoring and tracking inventoryof tools parts etc.

6.Performs emergency repairs in thefield as necessary and responds to other related emergencies.

7.Assist division superintendent with record keeping andupdating procedures for record keeping.

8.Assist division superintendent in improving upon theefficiency and effectiveness of all areas within the Fleet MaintenanceDivision.

9.Assist division superintendent in scheduling third partyrepair work and arrange delivery and pick-up of vehicles and/or equipment fromoutside vendors and contractors.

10.Operate light heavy and specialmotor equipment as required.

11.Operate equipment in plowingsnow sanding operations and ice removal.

12.Participate in the on-callemergency listing.

13.Assist other DPW operatingdivisions as needed.

14.All other related work asrequired.

Competencies

1. Communication Proficiency.
2. Learning Orientation.
3. Personal Effectiveness/Credibility.
4. Technical Capacity.
5. Thoroughness.
6. Time Management.

Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job the employee isfrequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles moving mechanical parts andvibration. The employee is exposed to a variety of extreme weather noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative ofthose that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essentialfunctions of this job.

While performing the duties of thisjob the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is veryactive and requires standing walking bending kneeling stooping crouchingcrawling and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift or move itemsup to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move items up to 100 pounds. Specificvision abilities required by this job include close vision distance visioncolor vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Abilityto use and wear personal protective equipment and clothing such as hearingprotection eye protection foot and hand protection and respiratoryprotection.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time benefit eligible position. Days andhours of work are Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 40 hours perweek. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Travel
Travel to and from third party vendors contractors andrepair shops is anticipated on an as-needed basis.

Required Education and Experience
High School diploma or ; 3-5 Years of experience working with heavy/light diesel and gasolinepowered vehicles and equipment; or any equivalent combination of education andexperience.

1. Sufficient education to make appropriate arithmetic equations and complete written documentation or an equivalent combination of experience education and training that provides the desired knowledge skills and characteristics.
2. Ability to work from manuals specifications and blueprints.
3. Knowledge of the principles procedures methods and techniques involved in the repair and maintenance of gasoline- and diesel-powered motor vehicles and equipment.
4. Working knowledge of welding body work and refinishing preferred.
5. Knowledge of the repair and maintenance of electrical and hydraulic systems.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications
Possession of or ability to obtain:

1. A valid state drivers license with CDL Class B and Air Brakes endorsement with no active violations within the previous three years.
2. Hot Works License.
3. Massachusetts Class 2B Hoisting Engineers License required Class 1D preferred.
4. Air Brake Certification.

Work Authorization
Provideappropriate documentation to verify your authorization to work in the UnitedStates.

AAP/EEO Statement
The Town is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. The Town will not discriminate againstemployees or applicants for employment on any legally-protected class statusincluding but not limited to race color religion sex sexual orientation asdefined by law national origin member of uniformed military servicesphysical or mental disability age as defined by law or genetic information.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designedto cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties orresponsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilitiesand activities may change at any time with or without notice.