Job description

DEFINITION

This position is responsible for the maintenance and repair of all Public Works vehicles and equipment, including specialized equipment necessary for utility operations. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

~ Troubleshoots and diagnoses mechanical problems for a variety of light, heavy and specialized vehicles and equipment.
~ Services, repairs, modifies, restores and maintains all vehicles and equipment; performs welding, metal fabrication, body work, hydraulics fabrication and repair.
~ Ensures the safe operation, maintenance, and security of all equipment, tools and vehicles; identifies needed supplies; processes hazardous waste in an appropriate manner.
~ Ensures that all vehicles and equipment are prepared for seasonal operations or weather events; installs sanding/plowing apparatus or other necessary attachments.
~ Assists other City Departments in maintenance and repair of vehicles or equipment as directed.
~ Participates in all snow and ice removal operations or other emergency situations; operates specialty equipment to mix sand and salt for ice control operations; loads mixtures into vehicles for distribution on roadways.
~ Understands and follows all safety regulations.
~ Assists other Divisions as directed.
~ May be required to perform responsibilities of subordinate positions.
~ Performs similar or related work as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience - EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent; one to three years of experience repairing and maintaining light, heavy and specialized motor equipment; equivalent combination of education and experience.
Licensing Requirements - CDL Class B and MA Hoisting Engineer license 2B required at time of hire. Additional licenses are required after date of hire and are defined in the IUOE, Local #98 Union contract. Knowledge, Ability and Skills - KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY, AND SKILLS

Knowledge: Knowledge of repair and maintenance of light and heavy vehicles and equipment; knowledge of welding; knowledge of repairing electrical and electronic systems; knowledge of conducting safety inspections for all types of vehicles and equipment.

Abilities: Ability to use current software programs and diagnostic tools to troubleshoot problems with equipment and vehicles; ability to operate machinery and tools; ability to perform auto body work; ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Skills: Computer skills; record keeping skills; proficiency with diagnostic software. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
PHYSICAL, MOTOR, AND VISUAL SKILLS

Physical Skills: Work requires moderate physical strength and effort daily, such as lifting heavy objects, carrying the object(s) and stacking them or placing them in a vehicle or storage area. In addition, pulling, pushing, standing or walking or lifting heavy objects (up to 75 lbs) for the full work day may be involved.

Motor Skills: Duties may involve a high degree of intense mental concentration together with hand and eye coordination and visual attention for long periods of time; the operation of heavy trucks or equipment may be required for long periods of time.

Visual Skills: Essential position functions require the ability to operate a motor vehicle, specialized heavy motor equipment and small tools. In addition, essential position functions require good close/distant and peripheral vision, as well as depth perception.
MISC. INFORMATION
Anticipated Hourly Hiring Range: $21.19-$23.85
Additional Stipend of $1.00 per hour for CDL License.

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