Mechanic

1 week ago

Lexington, United States Town of Lexington Full time
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Town of Lexington

We are currently accepting applications for one (1) full-time (40 hrs/wk) position:

Mechanic
Department of Public Works

Complete Hourly Range: $26.52
with excellent health, dental and leave benefits

The REQUIRED Town of Lexington application form must be received in the Town‘s Human
Resource Department. This position will remain open until filled.

Scope of Work

This position performs skilled and manual tasks in the servicing, mechanical repair and maintenance of
equipment and vehicles for various Town departments and the school district.

Supervision

Received Crew Leader and/or Superintendent

Exercised None

Essential Job Functions

* Inspects, diagnoses and performs mechanical repairs of vehicles, equipment and apparatus for various
departments and agencies, including the Department of Public Works, the Fire Department and the local
school district; maintains and services a variety of gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment.
* Diagnoses and repairs hydraulic systems, electrical systems, air conditioning systems, engines,
transmissions and other components of vehicles and equipment (e.g., generators, distributors, relays,
lights, switches, etc.); repairs, adjusts and replaces brake systems including wheel cylinders, master
cylinders, disc pads, machine drums and rotors.
* Performs tune-ups to vehicles and equipment; performs tire repairs and road service repairs on vehicles
and equipment; repairs air conditioning systems; performs preventative maintenance on vehicles and
equipment; checks and replaces fluids on scheduled basis and as needed.
* Inspects and tests equipment repairs to monitor proper functioning; compares repairs and service
completed with documented customer work order information to ensure complete, responsive service.

* Designs and fabricates parts, equipment, and other apparatus as necessary; operates welding equipment
and welds parts and equipment.
* Prepares snow removal equipment for use and repairs equipment as required.
* Conducts body repair work on some vehicles and equipment; paints vehicles and equipment as needed.
* Operates assigned equipment in a safe and efficient manner, according to established policies and
procedures.
* Follows safe work practices.

Other Job Functions

* Performs related duties as assigned.

Requirements of Work
Graduation from high school (or GED equivalent) plus additional technical or specialized training,
supplemented at least 4 years of automotive mechanical repair work preferred; or any equivalent combination
of training and experience which provides the following knowledge, ability and skills:
Knowledge of * Operations, services and activities of a vehicle and equipment services shop.
* Methods and techniques of diagnosing, repairing and maintaining equipment and
vehicles.
* Complex systems and components of equipment and vehicles, including engine
systems, electrical functions, cooling systems, carburetor systems, etc.
* Parts, fluids and tools used in mechanical repair and servicing of vehicles and
equipment.
* Methods and techniques for lubricating vehicle and equipment parts.
* Various types of welding equipment, including electric and arc.
* Shop safety procedures and practices.
* Computer applications and current technology related to essential job functions.
* Applicable rules, regulations, codes, ordinances and safety standards that govern the
performance of the duties being performed.
* Occupational hazards and the methods and techniques used to avoid or minimize
risks.
Ability to * Communicate clearly and concisely.
* Understand and follow instructions.
* Work independently with minimal supervision.
* Diagnose operating malfunctions and make all necessary repairs.
* Operate vehicles, tools and equipment relevant to assigned operations.
* Keep records and make reports.
* Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers,
and the general public.
Skill in * Performing mechanical repairs and maintenance work.
* Journeyman level skills in welding, gas and diesel engine repair.
* The operation of a variety of tools and equipment used in the performance of the
essential job functions.
* Oral and written communications.
* Identifying and preventing work hazards.

Necessary Special Requirements

Possession of a valid driver‘s license; Class B Commercial Driver‘s License with Air Brake Endorsement;
Massachusetts Class 2B Hoisting License

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Work is performed both indoors and outside; hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate tools,
machinery and other pieces of equipment.
* Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, prolonged visual concentration and
the ability to adjust focus.
* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, talk
and hear; use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach
with hands and arms.
* The employee is frequently required to bend, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
* The employee may frequently be exposed to adverse weather and other unpleasant conditions
such as heat, cold, wetness and humidity; dim or bright lights, dust, odors, noise, vibrations, toxic
agents, asbestos, lead paint, electrical currents, heavy machinery; and occasionally violence, smoke
and disease.
* The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to and in excess of 50 pounds.

APPLICATION PROCESS
All applicants are required to complete a Town application form, available from the Internet at
www.lexingtonma.gov, emailing , calling or by visiting the Human
Resources Department. Resumes may be attached to the application form as additional information, but
cannot serve as a substitute for completing the required application form.

Pre-employment physical including drug screening is a condition of employment.

Application and cover letter must be received in the Town‘s Human Resources Department. This
position will remain open until filled.

The Town reserves the right to modify the application deadline, and/or accept applications after the deadline,
to best serve the interest of the community.

After the deadline all applications will be reviewed and the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to
one or more interviews. All applicants will be notified of their standing in the process as soon as a decision
has been made regarding their individual application.

Individuals who need accommodations in order to participate in this process should contact the Human
Resources Department.

Questions regarding this hiring process should be addressed to the:
Human Resources Department
Town of Lexington
1625 Massachusetts Avenue
Lexington, MA 02420

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