Motor Equipment Mechanic III - Holden

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Holden, MA

20h

About The Position

The Massachusetts Department of State Police is seeking an enthusiastic and qualified individual to join the Fleet Section as a Motor Equipment Mechanic. This civilian role supports the Department’s mission by performing a wide variety of regular and complicated maintenance, repair, and testing work on State Police motor vehicles and equipment. The mechanic conducts inspections to diagnose issues and performs automotive repairs involving engine and fuel management systems, transmissions, electrical systems, alignment, steering, suspension, brakes, and related components.

The position also covers the inspection and repair of Department equipment such as arrow boards, message boards, trailers, gators, golf carts, hydraulic lifts and jacks, and testing equipment. Duties include body and structural repairs, routine maintenance, repair estimates, maintaining work logs, preparing damage reports, and keeping tools and equipment in good condition. The mechanic follows established procedures and safety precautions and performs other duties as assigned by the Fleet Administrator and/or Chief Public Safety Vehicles Mechanic.

The role offers opportunities to obtain Massachusetts Commercial Driver’s Licenses (Class B and Class C) and to attend training and classes on relevant topics. Comprehensive employee benefits are offered as part of Commonwealth employment. First consideration will be given to applicants who apply within the first 14 days.

Requirements

• At least three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience repairing, maintaining, and overhauling automotive equipment; at least one of those years must have been in a supervisory capacity, or an equivalent combination of experience and qualifying 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 substitute for one year of the required experience.
• Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class B Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.
• Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class C or hoisting license.
• Ability to follow established procedures and practices and read and comprehend instructions.
• Ability to work with machines and tools and follow safety precautions.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to operate snow-removal and sanding vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to operate tow vehicles (ramp trucks).
• Ability to prepare and paint vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to handle various tools.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and road-test State Police cruisers, other motor vehicles, and Department equipment.
• Diagnose and repair vehicle engines and mechanical and electrical systems, including gasoline, diesel, and hybrid engines, transmissions, fuel injection systems, carburetors, distributors, alternators, generators, starters, differentials, and four-wheel and all-wheel drive systems.
• Inspect, maintain, and replace vehicle computer and electronic systems as needed.
• Diagnose, repair, maintain, and replace braking systems and components.
• Diagnose, repair, maintain, and replace steering system components, including performing four-wheel alignments.
• Inspect, repair, replace, mount, and balance tires.
• Perform routine maintenance, including replacing fluids and lubricating parts, to support vehicle safety and functionality.
• Repair or replace broken or defective parts and fix vehicle issues.
• Inspect, diagnose, repair, maintain, and replace Department equipment, including arrow boards, message boards, trailers, gators, golf carts, hydraulic lifts and jacks, and testing equipment.
• Replace damaged body parts, including bumpers, fenders, hoods, and trim.
• Realign car frames and repair structural damage.
• Repair minor dents and damage; replace windshields and glass; buff scratches; and refurbish corrosion damage.
• Follow established procedures and safety precautions while using machines and tools.
• Provide accurate estimates for repair and maintenance jobs.
• Maintain work logs and prepare damage reports for the Fleet Administrator, Fleet Crash Coordinator, and/or Chief Public Safety Vehicle Mechanics.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good condition.
• Undertake duties and roles assigned by the Fleet Administrator and/or Chief Public Safety Vehicles Mechanic.

Benefits

• Comprehensive employee benefits as part of the Commonwealth compensation package.
• Opportunities to obtain a Massachusetts Commercial Driver’s License (Class B and Class C).
• Training and classes on relevant topics.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed