What are the responsibilities and job description for the Motor Equipment Repair Person position at City of Pittsfield?
JOB TITLE: MOTOR EQUIPMENT REPAIR PERSON DEPARTMENT: DEPARTMENT OF
PUBLIC SERVICES - GARAGE EMPLOYMENT TYPE: FULLTIME/NON-EXEMPT
UNION/NON-UNION:TEAMSTERS LOCAL #404 The City of Pittsfield\'s
Department of Public Services is looking for a qualified candidate for
the position of Motor Equipment Repair Person. This individual will
perform skilled work in the servicing and repair of a wide variety of
automotive vehicles & motorized equipment for the Department of Public
Services. The candidate shall provide and maintain a complete set of
standard heavy equipment repair tools and wrenches sufficient to perform
regular and routine engine repair tasks. This individual is required to
perform work outside of repair working hours in support of
weather-related City operations or for other emergency needs. We are an
affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to promoting a
multicultural work force, excellence in public service, and on-going
mutual respect in our working relationships. We strongly encourage
people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ individuals, and
people from other underrepresented groups to apply for our open
positions - recognizing and respecting that diverse perspectives and
experiences are valuable to our team and essential to our public
Service. RESPONSIBILITIES - Inspects And Troubleshoots Gasoline And
diesel internal combustion engine powered vehicles and other engine
powered equipment, including air compressors, vehicle and equipment
hydraulic systems, generators, pump drives, etc. - Performs various
repairs, including, but not limited to, engine tune ups and overhauls,
repairs to related electrical systems, brake and clutch adjustments,
carburetor repairs or adjustments, front end alignment and adjustment,
replacement of engine components, valve and brake drum grinding,
replacement or repair and painting of body panels and parts, and related
welding and metal work. - Performs preventative maintenance such as
lubrication, oil and filter changes, checking antifreeze, etc. -
Fabricates and modifies equipment to serve specific needs and
requirements by installing brackets, racks, etc. - Test drives vehicles
and equipment to diagnose repairs and to ensure repairs are
Satisfactorily Completed. - Performs Other Duties As Required Or
assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Minimum: - High school diploma or equivalent. -
Valid Class D Driver\'s License for use in Massachusetts. - Two years of
acceptable experience in a full-time position involving the repair and
maintenance of automotive engines and other vehicle or equipment
components. - Thorough knowledge of the tools, equipment, and techniques
used in motor equipment repair, including diagnostic equipment. -
Experience and working familiarity with welding equipment and
techniques. - Ability to interact with people on an up-beat and friendly
basis, regardless of circumstances. Preferred: - Valid Class B
Commercial Driver\'s License for use in Massachusetts. - Valid Hydraulic
Engineer license 1C, 2A, 3A, and 4E. HOURS Monday - Friday,
7:00AM-3:30PM, 40 Hours per week SALARY (with minimum qualifications)
Starting rate \$22.22-\$23.57 an hour Annual increases up to \$30.76 an
hour SALARY (with preferred qualifications) Starting rate \$23.24 -
\$24.65 an hour Annual increases up to \$32.17 an hour
PUBLIC SERVICES - GARAGE EMPLOYMENT TYPE: FULLTIME/NON-EXEMPT
UNION/NON-UNION:TEAMSTERS LOCAL #404 The City of Pittsfield\'s
Department of Public Services is looking for a qualified candidate for
the position of Motor Equipment Repair Person. This individual will
perform skilled work in the servicing and repair of a wide variety of
automotive vehicles & motorized equipment for the Department of Public
Services. The candidate shall provide and maintain a complete set of
standard heavy equipment repair tools and wrenches sufficient to perform
regular and routine engine repair tasks. This individual is required to
perform work outside of repair working hours in support of
weather-related City operations or for other emergency needs. We are an
affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to promoting a
multicultural work force, excellence in public service, and on-going
mutual respect in our working relationships. We strongly encourage
people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ individuals, and
people from other underrepresented groups to apply for our open
positions - recognizing and respecting that diverse perspectives and
experiences are valuable to our team and essential to our public
Service. RESPONSIBILITIES - Inspects And Troubleshoots Gasoline And
diesel internal combustion engine powered vehicles and other engine
powered equipment, including air compressors, vehicle and equipment
hydraulic systems, generators, pump drives, etc. - Performs various
repairs, including, but not limited to, engine tune ups and overhauls,
repairs to related electrical systems, brake and clutch adjustments,
carburetor repairs or adjustments, front end alignment and adjustment,
replacement of engine components, valve and brake drum grinding,
replacement or repair and painting of body panels and parts, and related
welding and metal work. - Performs preventative maintenance such as
lubrication, oil and filter changes, checking antifreeze, etc. -
Fabricates and modifies equipment to serve specific needs and
requirements by installing brackets, racks, etc. - Test drives vehicles
and equipment to diagnose repairs and to ensure repairs are
Satisfactorily Completed. - Performs Other Duties As Required Or
assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Minimum: - High school diploma or equivalent. -
Valid Class D Driver\'s License for use in Massachusetts. - Two years of
acceptable experience in a full-time position involving the repair and
maintenance of automotive engines and other vehicle or equipment
components. - Thorough knowledge of the tools, equipment, and techniques
used in motor equipment repair, including diagnostic equipment. -
Experience and working familiarity with welding equipment and
techniques. - Ability to interact with people on an up-beat and friendly
basis, regardless of circumstances. Preferred: - Valid Class B
Commercial Driver\'s License for use in Massachusetts. - Valid Hydraulic
Engineer license 1C, 2A, 3A, and 4E. HOURS Monday - Friday,
7:00AM-3:30PM, 40 Hours per week SALARY (with minimum qualifications)
Starting rate \$22.22-\$23.57 an hour Annual increases up to \$30.76 an
hour SALARY (with preferred qualifications) Starting rate \$23.24 -
\$24.65 an hour Annual increases up to \$32.17 an hour
Salary : $24 - $25