Motor Equipment Mechanic III

Position Summary

The Motor Equipment Mechanic will inspect, troubleshoot and repair motor vehicles and equipment for use by agency personnel; consult with operators, manufacturers or dealers' representatives regarding specifications or problems relating to the operation of motor vehicles and/or equipment; write repair orders and specifications for new vehicles and equipment.

The basic purpose of this work is to maintain and repair motor vehicles and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

This position will start on the 1st shift, Monday through Friday 7:00am – 3:30pm, but shifts are subject to change based on bi-annual shift bids and/or operational need. This is an essential position, and incumbent is expected to report for all snow and ice events.

Note: Positions assigned to South Boston may be subject to shift change and /or reassignment based on operational need within District Six.

• With little or no guidance or assistance, perform skilled mechanical work in the maintenance, repair, overhaul, and powered equipment with the use of appropriate test equipment and hand and/or power tools. Work to be performed in MassDOT garages or property.

• Diagnose the cause of faulty mechanical performance on gasoline and diesel engines and estimate the extent of necessary repairs on gasoline and similar powered equipment such as passenger vehicles, trucks, and other equipment used at MassDOT.

• Repair and maintain radiators, cooling systems and engines including valves, bearings, shafts, rings, oil pumps, brake systems, fuel pumps, carburetors, gasoline or diesel fuel injection systems and timing mechanisms on gasoline powered equipment.

• Repair and service conventional transmissions and make minor adjustments to automatic transmissions.

• Repair and service clutch assemblies, differentials, transfer cases, torque converters and gear trains on automobiles, trucks and construction equipment used by MassDOT.

• Maintain, repair, and perform diagnostic functions on ignition systems, switches, generators, and voltage regulators, alternators, starting motors, air conditioners and electrical systems on all types of motorized equipment.

• Maintain, repair, adjust and replace elements of chassis assembly including frames, springs, steering, dump bodies and brakes. Balance wheels, mounts, dismounts services and repair tires of all types and sizes on all types of motorized equipment.

• Perform body and fender work on all types of equipment including restoring, scraping, treating and spray painting of metal surfaces and remove, repair, or replace glass, doors, seats and upholstery.

• Perform torch cutting metal parts and equipment.

• Under direct supervision or in cooperation with a Mechanic III or Mechanic IV, perform complex mechanical work on diesel engines, hydraulic systems, air conditioning systems and power trains.

• May operate such equipment as honing machines, valve resurfacing machines, drill presses or grinders.

• Obtain parts and supplies from stock and initiate requests for special replacement parts or equipment as required for assigned repair work.

• Maintain necessary time and cost distribution records related to motor equipment maintenance and repair as required.

• Issue Massachusetts Vehicle and Emissions inspection stickers.

• Drive passenger cars, trucks and other equipment used by MassDOT as necessary.

• Overtime is mandatory during snow and ice operations.

• Perform other related work as required.

   

About MassDOT

The 4,000 employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) take great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s culture and career opportunities can be found at mass.gov/massdot-careers. 

MassDOT’s divisions include Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions.

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