Motor Equipment Repair Person

Job Description Job Purpose

Employee performs skilled maintenance, diagnostic and repair work on automotive and non-automotive equipment including but limited to: hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and mechanical systems, hoisting equipment.

Employee works under the general supervision of the Working Foreman Motor Equipment Repair Person or designee. Employee is familiar with the work routine and uses initiative in carrying out recurring assignments independently, with specific instruction. Any questionable cases are referred to the supervisor for clarification or interpretation. Work is reviewed only to an extent sufficient to keep the designee aware of progress, and to ensure that completed work and methods used are technically accurate and that instructions are being followed.

The employee keeps the designee current on work progress and issues that arise;
Employee does not exercise any supervisory responsibilities;
Employee does not have access to any confidential information.

• Fills out necessary paperwork and uses fleet software programs and applications to maintain records of all work performed
• Performs preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment, changes oil, greases chassis, inspects vehicle for safety and proper working condition of parts.
• Diagnoses and repairs all systems on Fleet vehicles and equipment for the City.
• Uses specialized fleet software and tools to diagnose and repair vehicles.
• Installs, repairs and adjusts two-way radio systems, microphones and antennas.
• Perform State Inspections on all City vehicles.
• Ensures personal and staff safety, and follows established safety precautions, and wears safety equipment as appropriate while performing duties.
• Provides support and assistance, as needed in snow and ice removal operations or other emergencies as declared by the City.
• Ensures the safe and secure storage of hazardous waste and materials in compliance with state and Federal regulations and maintains all pertinent records as required
• Performs similar or related duties as required by the supervisor

A candidate for this position must have a valid Class B Massachusetts Commercial Driver’s License, 2A and 1C Hoisting Engineer’s License, Commercial and non-commercial State Inspections License and an ASE refrigeration license. A candidate for this position must have appropriate tools to perform repairs. Previous lead or supervisory experience preferred. Current ASE certifications and professional certifications/training preferred. External employees can be hired without the above special requirements but must obtain all before the end of their 6-month probation.

If an external employee has not successfully obtained them by 6 months, probation may be extended upon mutual agreement between the union and the City. Internal employees must have all special requirements, skills, education and experience prior to being promoted.

ASE requirement 0-3. No ASEs are required for this position but are preferred and encouraged.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A candidate for this position must have a High School Diploma or equivalent and additional training or certification; one to three (1-3) years of prior experience with onboard diagnostics, heavy and medium trucks and automotive repair, mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repair.

A candidate for this position must have knowledge of:

• Computers and applicable software applications
• Specialized fleet diagnostic equipment
• Standard practices, methods, tools, and equipment used in repairs and maintenance of motor equipment
• Emission and drivability diagnostics
• Current knowledge of car/truck/equipment technology and repairs associated
• Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and mechanical systems
• Occupational safety precautions

• Read and follow oral and written instructions such as specifications, plans and manuals.
• Perform strenuous physical work over an extended period of time and to lift, carry and place heavy objects.

Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook. Experience using…