What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanic position at Town of Norwood?
Title: Mechanic
Department: Department of Public Works One Lyman Place, Norwood MA 02062
Status: FLSA Non-Exempt, Union, 40 hours per week
Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m
Salary: FY26, Grade PW6 $29.0306 - $30.7759 per hour for steps 1-3 (salary range exceeds hiring range)
General Summary: The purpose of this position is to provide hands-on mechanical repair and maintenance duties for all DPW machinery and equipment in the Town of Norwood; as well as all other related work as required.
Essential Job Functions: *
- Performs troubleshooting, mechanical repair and maintenance duties on all town DPW machines and equipment such as weed whackers, automobiles, dump trucks, and front- end loaders.
- Provides light bodywork and welding for repair of vehicles.
- Performs maintenance and repair duties such as greasing vehicles; changing oil filters; readjustment of wiring, lights, front/rear brakes; and re/mounting of tires.
- Orders all mechanical parts necessary for repairing of equipment.
- Performs snow plowing and sanding operations; assists other areas of the DPW as needed.
- Performs similar or related work as required
Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities:
- Knowledge of heavy equipment operation, maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment;
- knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulic and electrical systems, welding.
- Ability to understand and follow oral instructions. Ability to follow all applicable safety regulations and procedures.
- Skill in all of the above listed tools and equipment.
Minimum Requirements: *
- High school education or equivalent, advanced technical education or equivalent;
- Three (3) years of experience relating to the repair and maintenance of mechanical equipment, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Trained in electrical and diagnostic equipment.
- Possession of a valid CDL license.
- Mass Hoisting Engineering license.
*This posting is not meant to be inclusive of all job duties or qualification requirements. Complete job description is available by emailing the contact below.
Interested Town of Norwood employee candidates, meeting the qualifications and expectations as noted above, should submit a cover letter and resume to: jobs@norwoodma.gov
Please reference Requisition #2026-023 on all materials:
Pay: $29.03 - $30.77 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $29 - $31