Motor Equipment Mechanic IV

Title :
Motor Equipment Mechanic IV Unit : AFSCME Unit II, Grade 16 Department :
Department of Facilities Management Reports to :
Director of Bedford Facilities Date :
November 7, 2023 (Reopened December 15, 2025)
General Summary

The Motor Equipment Mechanic IV inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs motor vehicles and equipment for use by agency personnel; consults with operators, manufacturers, or dealers' representatives regarding specifications or problems relating to the operation of motor vehicles and/or equipment; writes repair orders and specifications for new vehicles and equipment; and performs related work as required. The basic purpose of this work is to maintain and repair motor vehicles and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.

The individual in this position will be part of the Essential Personnel and will be responsible for assistance in snow removal.

• Repair motor vehicles and equipment by overhauling, rebuilding, replacing, or adjusting gasoline or diesel engines, carburetors, distributors, alternators, generators, starters, differentials, and transmissions according to manufacturers' specifications.
• Service vehicles and equipment by changing and repairing tires, adjusting brakes, and cleaning and lubricating parts as needed to ensure their optimum working order.
• Repair and overhaul electrical circuits and units including all warning light circuits, arrow boards, electronic spreader circuits, electric motor circuits, and electric solenoid circuits.
• Perform body repairs
• Operate snow removal and/or sanding equipment and vehicles.
• Operate other equipment used in automobile operation and repair such as hydraulic lifts, bumper jacks, and diagnostic testing equipment.
• Maintain records of vehicle service and repair and overhaul equipment bobcat skid steer, John Deere loader
• Prepare vehicles for inspection stickers.
• Solicit bids from outside vendors for repairs and decide whether repairs will be done in-house or by outside vendors.
• Troubleshoot and road test motor vehicles and equipment such as automobiles, trucks, and snow blowers to determine the repair work needed to be done.
• Road test motor vehicles and recommend them for road use.
• Supervise vehicle maintenance and repair garage.

Applicants must have at least (A) three years of full‑time experience in the repair, maintenance, and overhaul of automotive equipment such as automobiles, trucks, front‑end loaders, etc.

Substitutions: 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 substituted for one year of the required (A) experience.

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of automotive repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of hand‑held tools used in automotive repair and maintenance such as wrenches, pliers, etc.
• Knowledge of the principles of operation of internal combustion engines.
• Knowledge of the principles of operation of diesel engines.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of materials and supplies used in automotive repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of equipment used in automotive repair and maintenance such as hydraulic lifts, bumper jacks, grinders, and air tools.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of precision measuring equipment and devices such as micrometers, calipers, etc.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures followed in automotive repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of troubleshooting techniques used in automotive repair and maintenance.
• Ability to work independently.
• Skill in heavy equipment and automotive repair and maintenance.
• Ability to understand the laws, rules, and regulations governing motor vehicle inspection.
• Ability to supervise, including planning and assigning work according to the nature of the job to be accomplished, available resources, controlling work through periodic reviews and/or experience with equity‑minded work and/or understanding of individuals of diverse identities such as race, ethnicity, socioeconomic level, sexual orientation, veterans, and individuals with different academic preparation…