What are the responsibilities and job description for the Motor Equipment Mechanic III - Fleet Division-Stoneham position at DCR - State Parks & Recreation?
Who We Are:
The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family. Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.
Who We Are as an Employer:
At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents.
The Department of Conservation and Recreation’s mission is to protect, promote and enhance our
commonwealth of natural, cultural and recreational resources for the well-being of all. The DCR is steward to one of the largest and most diverse state parks systems in the nation which includes more than 450,000 acres
of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, skating rinks, trails, golf courses and parkways. DCR strives to be an exemplary leader in conservation and
recreation. DCR’s staff is passionate, dedicated, and continuously employs best practices that are informed by expertise, and creates a sense of place through carrying out the mission.
Division of Operations:
As the largest team within the DCR structure, the Division of Operations is the cornerstone of the agency. Home to Park Operations, Universal Access programming, Park and State House Rangers, Fleet, and Interpretive
programming, the Division of Operations is a main driver the agency’s core principles of outdoor recreation for all and creating future stewards. Through visitor engagement, educational programming, and lots of behind-the-scenes work, Operations keeps the network of state parks open, accessible, and welcoming for all.
Job Opening:
The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks applicants for the position of Motor Equipment Mechanic III, Stoneham Maintenance Facility, Fleet Division, 164 Pond Street. Stoneham, MA.
Safety Sensitive Positions such as the Motor Equipment Mechanic III require that the employee participate in the DCR Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing Program Policy and be subject to a Pre-placement and Random DOT Drug and Alcohol testing.
Specific Duties
- Repair motor vehicles and equipment by overhauling, rebuilding, replacing or adjusting gasoline or diesel engines, carburetors, distributors, alternators, generators, starters, differentials and transmissions according to manufacturers' specifications.
- Service vehicles and equipment by changing and repairing tires, adjusting brakes and cleaning and lubricating parts as needed to ensure their optimum working order.
- Repair and overhaul electrical circuits and units including all warning light circuits, arrow boards, electronic spreader circuits, electric motor circuits and electric solenoid circuits.
- Perform body repairs, windshield and window replacements.
- Assist in the purchase, disposal and registration of motor vehicles.
- Interview applicants for employment and provide training to new employees.
- Troubleshoot and road test motor vehicles and equipment such as automobiles, trucks, buses, bulldozers, cranes and snow blowers to determine the repair work needed to be done.
- Road test motor vehicles and recommend them for road use.
- Supervise vehicle maintenance and repair garage.
- Performs related work as assigned.
LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.
- Possession of a current and valid 2A Massachusetts Hoisting license (This is referred to in the Job Specs as Mass. Class C Equipment Operators License)
- Possession of current and valid CDL license (This is referred to in the Job Specs as a Mass. Class 2 Motor Vehicle Operators License)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of automotive repair and maintenance.
- Knowledge of the types and uses of handheld tools used in automotive repair and maintenance such as wrenches, pliers, etc.
- Knowledge of the principles of operation of internal combustion engines.
- Knowledge of the principles of operation of diesel engines.
- Knowledge of the types and uses of materials and supplies used in automotive repair and maintenance.
- Knowledge of the types and uses of equipment used in automotive repair and maintenance such as hydraulic lifts, bumper jacks, grinders, buffers and air tools.
- Knowledge of the types and uses of precision measuring equipment and devices such as micrometers, calipers, etc.
- Knowledge of safety practices and procedures followed in automotive repair and maintenance.
- Knowledge of the types and uses of diagnostic testing equipment used in automotive repair and maintenance including devices for checking dwell, timing and idle speed.
- Knowledge of the principles of operation of the various components of motor equipment.
- Knowledge of the standard methods and techniques for the storage of hazardous materials.
Minimum Entrance Requirements:
Applicants must have at least (A) three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in the repair, maintenance and overhaul of automotive equipment such as automobiles, trucks, bulldozers, cranes, front end loaders, etc. of which (B) at least one year must have been in a supervisory capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.
Substitutions:
I. 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 be substitution for one year of the required (A) experience.
Special Requirements: Based on assignment:
1. Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class B Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
2. Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class C or hoisting license.
Comprehensive Benefits
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