POSITION: PW14 MEO Mechanic / Welder

DEPARTMENT: Highway / Fleet

HOURS OF WORK: Full-time (40 hours/weekly) Monday to Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

SALARY: Weekly: $1,245.16 - $1,428.90 (Union / PW-14)

BASIC FUNCTION:

The position of Fleet Mechanic/Welder is responsible for repairs, troubleshoots, and maintains electric, diesel, and gasoline municipal trucks, parking, police, fire, and other department equipment. Performs welding fabrication to repair city equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

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.

May be assigned tasks within the city for special welding fabrication projects to support other departments.
Skilled in automotive, and truck repair, and performs related work as required. Responsible for supervising lower-skilled laborers while performing the same duties as the employees supervised.
It avoids errors that may result in substantial costs from failing to maintain the desired standard in municipal service.
Under the supervision of the foreman or Superintendent of Equipment, observes and listens to truck operations to determine malfunctions and plan work procedures.
Works on ignition systems, changing or recharging batteries, and replacing transmissions and other related parts. Overhaul of gas or diesel engines.
Performs preventive maintenance including repair of hydraulic systems, generators, pumps, and miscellaneous hydraulic equipment. Examines protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices on trucks and make appropriate adjustments. Lubricates and troubleshoots gasoline and diesel internal combustion engine-powered vehicles and other engine-powered equipment. Fabricating special lifting or towing attachments, hydraulics systems, shields, or other devices according to blueprints or schematic drawings
Dispenses fuel to authorized city vehicles. Repairs fire hoses and related apparatus.
Perform duties that generally allow the incumbent to act independently but with access to a supervisor who determines the course of action for any unusual problem encountered. Perform functions that are generally well defined and limited in scope, but which may involve the choice between two or more alternative approaches to well-precedented problems.
Work is generally limited to contacts with immediate associates but may, on occasion, require that the incumbent provide basic information in direct response to routine questions.
Work involves supervision of a small group of journeymen, craftspersons, and other laborers and includes assigning work, enforcing safety regulations, maintaining discipline, and reviewing performance. Performs incidental storekeeping work concerning parts, tools, and supplies. Repairs and overhauls power equipment and tools such as lawnmowers, snow blowers, compressors, pumps, jackhammers, plows, and sanding equipment.
Participates in professional development to maintain required licensure and certification for the duties and responsibilities.
Interacts with co-workers, the public, and external contacts such as contractors or vendors doing business for the City.
May perform across functional areas of the Department of Public Works (DPW) on an as-needed basis, including seasonal incidents such as snow removal, snow and stormwater, flooded areas, construction projects, and the repair and maintenance of various equipment.
Performs other related job duties as required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Any equivalent combination of the below-listed education, training, certification, and experience is qualifying.

High School diploma or equivalent with 3 years of related experience and 3 years of related experience in a supervisory capacity.
CDL Class B
2B hoisting license.

Beneficial:

1C/2A/4E/4G OR HEML hoisting license.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Working knowledge of the safe and effective operation of public works equipment, machinery, vehicles, hand, and power tools; department safety practices regarding the use of department vehicles and equipment; municipal geography and street locations. Thorough knowledge of road construction, repair, and maintenance.
Proficient fine motor and mechanical skills required to operate department hand and power tools and equipment used to carry out the essential functions of the position in a safe and efficient manner. Proficient in communicating verbally so as to efficiently assign personnel to a schedule of tasks and operations essential to the functions of the department. Skilled in the operation of heavy/light motor equipment, construction equipment, and the performing of physical labor.
Ability to follow written and oral directions in a safe and timely manner; pay careful attention to details, and to perform physically demanding work under extreme or adverse weather conditions for long periods of time; interact effectively with coworkers; recognize unsafe working conditions to ensure that appropriate safety precautions are taken to ensure safety; organize work assignments, assign tasks to personnel and evaluate work; operate/maintain special, heavy and other motor equipment, power tools, and hand tools; interact in an effective manner with fellow employees, subordinate employees, supervisors, and the public.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT:

The physical and environmental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job.

Field work may involve exposure to conditions such as uneven and slippery terrain, confined spaces, heights, hot or cold temperature extremes.
Sits or stands, stooping and walking for extended periods of time; moderate to heavy lifting and moving objects such as equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. Pulling, reaching, bending, climbing, and kneeling; use of fingers, both hands, and legs required.
Work with and around heavy machinery; work in or near vehicle traffic; exposure to dust and fumes from motorized equipment; possible exposure to toxic chemicals; irregular working hours for inclement weather situations and other circumstances.
May perform administrative work in an office environment and use office equipment such as telephones and computers. May read documents for general understanding and analytical purposes, including handwriting and forms; reviews detailed information displayed on a computer screen.

ADDRESS ALL COVER LETTERS AND RESUMES TO

Human Resources Department

City of Medford – Room 204

85 George P. Hassett Drive

Medford, MA 02155

Or send cover letter and resume with the job title in the subject line to jobs@medford-ma.gov

For the posting, please visit the City of Medford's website – www.medfordma.org

The City of Medford is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/504 Employer Residents of the City of Medford, Women, People of Color, Veterans and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.

City of Medford

PW14 MEO Mechanic / Welder - Highway/Fleet

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