Motor Equipment Mechanic III - Framingham

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Framingham, MA

19h

About The Position

The Massachusetts Department of State Police is seeking an enthusiastic and qualified individual to join its Fleet Section in a civilian capacity. The selected individual performs a wide variety of routine and complicated maintenance, repair, and testing work on State Police motor vehicles and equipment. Duties include conducting thorough inspections to diagnose mechanical issues and performing automotive repairs involving engine and fuel management systems, transmissions, electrical systems, alignment, steering, suspension, and brakes.

The position also involves inspecting and repairing Department equipment, maintaining tools and equipment, preparing repair estimates and damage reports, and keeping work logs. The role requires following established procedures and safety precautions and carrying out other duties assigned by the Fleet Administrator and/or Chief Public Safety Vehicles Mechanic. The posting notes opportunities to obtain Massachusetts Commercial Driver’s Licenses (Class B and Class C) and receive training and classes on relevant topics.

Requirements

• At least three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience repairing, maintaining, and overhauling automotive equipment, including automobiles, trucks, bulldozers, cranes, or front-end loaders; at least one year must be in a supervisory capacity, subject to the stated substitutions or an equivalent combination.
• 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.
• Depending on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class B Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.
• Depending on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class C or hoisting license.
• Ability to work with various machines and tools and follow safety precautions.
• Ability to follow established procedures and practices and read and comprehend instructions.

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, and repair State Police cruisers and other motor vehicles and equipment for Department personnel.
• Troubleshoot and road-test vehicles and equipment to determine required repair work.
• Inspect and diagnose vehicle engine, mechanical, electrical, computer, and electronic systems and components; repair, maintain, or replace components as needed.
• Work on gasoline, diesel, and hybrid engines; transmissions; fuel injection systems; carburetors; distributors; alternators; generators; starters; differentials; and four-wheel and all-wheel-drive systems.
• Inspect, diagnose, repair, maintain, and replace braking and steering system components, including performing four-wheel alignments.
• Inspect, repair, and replace tires, including mounting and balancing.
• Perform routine maintenance, such as replacing fluids and lubricating parts, to support vehicle safety and functionality.
• Repair or replace broken or defective parts and resolve vehicle issues.
• Inspect and repair Department equipment, including arrow boards, message boards, trailers, gators, golf carts, hydraulic lifts or 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.
• Use machines and tools while following safety precautions and established procedures; read and comprehend instructions.
• Prepare accurate estimates for repair and maintenance work.
• Keep work logs.
• Prepare damage reports for the Fleet Administrator, Fleet Crash Coordinator, and/or Chief Public Safety Vehicle Mechanics.
• Maintain equipment and tools in good condition.
• Perform other duties and roles as assigned by the Fleet Administrator and/or Chief Public Safety Vehicles Mechanic.

Benefits

• Comprehensive employee benefits and rewards are offered as part of the 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