What are the responsibilities and job description for the FC MEO Repairman 2026-052 position at City of Chicopee?
City of Chicopee
Position:
FC MEO Repairman
Department: DPW – Flood Control
Employment Status: UFCW Laborers, Non-Exempt, Full-Time (40 Hours/Week)
Salary: Grade 8L, Step 05 – Step 08 $21.31/Hour – $24.13/Hour Licenses
Schedule: Mon-Fri 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Certifications/Licenses Required: MA Class B CDL License, Grade 2 Wastewater Operator’s License (obtain within one (1) year)
SUMMARY
The City of Chicopee’s Department of Public Works – Flood Division is hiring a MEO Repairman who is responsible for inspection, operation, and maintenance of eight (8) Flood Control pump stations of various design and capacity, and eight (8) miles of levees and flood walls. Performs all work and tasks according to the City of Chicopee, US Army Corps of Engineers, and US Environmental Protection Agency requirements and regulations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE:
- Works together with all divisions of the WPC & DPW.
- Supervises, assigns and participates in daily jobs as required.
- Welding, cutting, changing oil and lubrication of equipment.
- Computer and data entry and retrieval work.
- Maintain building, equipment and operational logs.
- Operates pumps, motors, and electrical equipment, power tools, mowers tractors, motor vehicles.
- Operate, clean, repair, lubricate, and paint, pumps, drives, gates, mowers, buildings and vehicles.
- Building and grounds upkeep. Mowing of steeply sloped levee system, and storm water retention/detention basins.
- Operate various mowing/landscaping equipment including but not limited to slope mowers, boom mowers, tractors, flail mowers, grinders, chippers, hand mowers, hand saws, chain saws, york rake, and any and all other related grounds keeping equipment.
- Cleans buildings, washes windows, and empties trash cans. Paints interior and exterior of buildings including but not limited to walls, railings and trim.
- Drives truck and loads fallen tree limbs and roadside trash onto truck and delivers refuse and residuals to landfill.
- Operates various vehicles within the DPW as required including but not limited to dump trucks, rolloff containers trucks, bobcats etc.
- Reads meters and records reading in logbook and prepares reports as instructed.
- Replaces worn or damaged parts such as hoses, wiring, and belts, in machines, and mower.
- Assists in the planning and purchase of necessary equipment and supplies.
- Monitor river elevations and set up 24-hour Flood Control protection.
- Training of existing staff and emergency personnel.
- Set up crews, schedules, shifts during routine and emergency flood operations.
- Purchases supplies and equipment according to City policies and contracts.
- Assists in the Plam1ing of projects, maintenance, equipment upgrades as needed.
- Purchases supplies and materials according to City purchasing procedures.
- Performs all related duties to properly operate and maintain the flood protection system.
- Works as needed in all DPW divisions; WPC-pump station and collection system work, and coordination between the departments will be required on a daily basis.
- Operation and maintenance of combined sewer overflow (CSO) pumping/treatment facilities.
- Must be available to assist with snow removal operations at all WPC, Pump Station, and Flood Control Facilities, not only during normal working hours but also available evenings, weekends and holidays.
- Required to be on Emergency standby and required to cover various shifts during flood conditions and emergencies.
- All other related tasks as assigned by the WPC Chief Operator, Assistant Chief Operator, and Flood Control Supervisor
- Adheres to all state, federal. And local safety regulations as well as City of Chicopee Health and Safety policies.
(See attached for full job description)
QUALIFICATIONS
- Massachusetts Class B CDL Driver's License – Required
- Grade 2 Wastewater Operator’s License (obtain within one (1) year) – Required
- Massachusetts Class A CDL Driver's License - Preferred
- Grade II (2) Collection System License - Desired
- Prior experience with pumps and motors.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and one (1) year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
BENEFITS
The City of Chicopee provides its employees (contingent upon employment status) with a robust benefits package which include the following:
Recurring Sick Time,
Vacation,
Thirteen Holidays Per Year,
Retirement Plan, and more…
HOW TO APPLY
If this opportunity aligns with your skills, experience, and employment goals, apply today through one of the following:
‘Indeed Apply’
OR
Select: “Download Application” under “Tools”
Human Resources Department
Chicopee City Hall – 1st Floor
274 Front Street
Chicopee, MA, 01013
Questions?
Phone: (413) 594-1510
Email: Recruiting@chicopeema.gov
The City of Chicopee is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $21 - $24