Mechanic, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

The DPW's Fleet Maintenance Division maintains all municipal vehicles for the Town of Burlington. The division performs various repairs from welding, metal fabrication, brazing, making hydraulic lines, fixing snow plows and sanders, simple and complex preventative maintenance and diagnostic services, and all other necessary repairs. We are seeking an individual to perform this highly skilled maintenance and repair work on heavy and light Town vehicles and equipment, working under the direction of the Superintendent of the Fleet Maintenance Division.

Essential functions include, but are not limited to:

• Perform mechanical and electrical repair and maintenance work; troubleshoot gasoline and diesel internal combustion engine-powered electrical systems, remove and replace clutches and transmissions
• Per form preventative maintenance work such as lubrication and replacement of oil filters, wheel alignments, and adjusting brakes and clutches
• Perform emergency repairs in the field and respond to other related emergencies
• Remove and disassemble diesel and gasoline engines, replace faulty parts, grind valves, engine overhauls
• Perform auto body work and related welding and fabrication duties
• Utilize work order system and other electronic devices to complete daily assignments
• Inspect trucks and issue inspection stickers
• Assist in snow removal operations; subject to emergency recall

Minimum qualifications include

• Must possess a CDL Class B License
• Must possess a Hoisting License 2A, 4E & 4G
  • Applicants without the necessary CDL and Hoisting Licenses may be considered under certain conditions.
• Experience with, and knowledge of principles, procedures, methods & techniques involved in the repair & maintenance of gasoline & diesel powered motor vehicles, generators, and other equipment
• Mechanical abilities to diagnose, repair, and maintain a variety of motorized equipment
• Ability to proficiently utilize a computer and the required software
• Must be available for emergency snow removal operations

Full time union position, 40 hours per week, within the Department of Public Works bargaining unit.

Pay range within Group 86 of the DPW contract starts at $29.78/hr, providing annual salary increases to a maximum rate of $42.35/hr, along with comprehensive and generous benefits.

Benefits include
Health and Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off - vacation, sick, personal, 13 holidays
Pension Plan
Clothing and Tool Allowance

Education Reimbursement
Eligible for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
Eligible for overtime opportunities

The selected candidate shall be required to submit to a full background check as required by MA General Law and DOT regulations. Any conditional offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory background check results.

Applications received by January 6, 2025 will be given first consideration. Position will remain open until filled

Methods to apply for this position:

Click on the Apply Now button ( preferred )

-or
- Send letter of interest, resume, and application to:

Human Resources Office

Town of Burlington

29 Center Street

Burlington, MA 01803

The Town of Burlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer