Employees must be Boston residents on their date of hire and for the duration of their

employment subject to BWSC policies and collective bargaining agreements.

Position Purpose:

Responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining the Boston Water and Sewer Commission’s fleet.

Essential Functions:

(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Performs general mechanical repair work on vehicles, trucks, light equipment, heavy machinery, grounds maintenance equipment, excavating machinery, gasoline/diesel engines, generators, or other automotive/mechanical equipment.
• Inspects, tests, and diagnoses problems involving various systems/components of vehicles or equipment, such as gasoline/diesel engines, ignition systems, computerized engine controls, electronic fuel injection systems, transmissions, differentials, steering systems, electrical systems, suspension systems, hydraulic systems, brake systems, drive train systems, engine cooling systems, fuel systems, charging systems, starting systems, exhaust systems, emission systems, inflatable restraint systems, heating/air conditioning systems, or lighting systems.
• Performs a wide variety of appropriate repair, removal, replacement, rebuilding, or maintenance work on vehicle/equipment systems and components, including, but not limited to; removes or replaces brakes, wheels, steering components, shocks, transmissions, vehicle cylinder heads, differentials, suspension springs, starters, alternators, water pumps, or radiators; removes or replaces engines, engine parts, and engine gaskets; checks engine timing and performance; turns or replaces rotors/drums; replaces rings, bearings, and universal joints; repairs/replaces clutches; repairs/rebuilds carburetors; adjusts/repairs brakes; repairs emergency generators; repairs air conditioning systems and recovers refrigerant; repairs or replaces doors, lifts, seats, radios, lights, windows, and mirrors.
• Conducts inspections of equipment to identify necessary repairs; diagnoses equipment problems such as excess vibration, overheating, uneven cutting, poor handling, electrical malfunctions, hydraulic leaks, or general malfunction.
• Schedules preventive maintenance work to ensure maximum safety/efficiency of vehicles/equipment with minimal down time.
• Performs routine servicing and preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment, which may include pumping fuel into vehicles, checking/replacing fluid levels, draining/replacing oil, changing/replacing filters, replacing transmission fluid/filters, lubricating mechanical parts, patching/plugging tires, rotating/aligning tires, replacing tires/belts/hoses, checking batteries, greasing equipment, flushing radiators, replacing spark plugs, performing tune-ups, replacing blades, or replacing light bulbs.
• Operates a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools associated with repairing, maintaining and testing vehicles and equipment, which may include a service truck, heavy machinery, light equipment, vehicle lift, hoists, engine analyzer, tire changer, battery charger, brake lathe, hydraulic jack, air compressor, pressure washer, generator, refrigerant recovery machine, drills, bench grinder, pump, air tools, welder, cutting torch, chainsaw, gauges, meters, diagnostic instruments, vacuum cleaner, mechanic tools, or two-way radio.
• Operate snow removal and/or sanding equipment as well as tow vehicles.
• Makes emergency service calls for disabled vehicles/equipment at work sites or on the road.
• Performs general cleaning/maintenance tasks necessary to keep tools/equipment in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, greasing equipment, washing/cleaning vehicles and equipment, or cleaning shop/work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.
• Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals, reports accidents and incidents.
• Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, logs, work orders, activity reports, service/repair records, mileage records, fuel tickets, fuel level reports, purchase requisitions, or other documents.
• Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, diagnostic reports, vehicle/equipment maintenance reports, diagrams, schematics, service manuals, service bulletins, parts catalogs, policies, procedures, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
• Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
• Perform related duties as required.

Recommended Minimum Qualifications:

Education, Training and Experience:

High School Diploma/GED. Must possess a valid Class B Massachusetts Commercial Driver License with air brakes and tanker endorsement and a Massachusetts 1B, 2B and 4E Hoisting License. 5 years of automotive mechanical diagnosis, problem solving or repair experience or completion of an automotive degree or any combination of.  Must possess or obtain a 3A hoisting license within one (1) year.

Knowledge, Ability and Skill:

Knowledge of: Methods, materials, equipment, and tools used in vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair. Various mechanical systems of gasoline and diesel engines. Various electrical systems of gasoline and diesel engines. Standard practices, equipment and tools of the automotive and equipment mechanical trade. Principles and practices of gasoline and diesel engine repair and maintenance. Basic principles of record keeping. Shop mathematics. Occupational hazards and standard safety procedures.

Ability to: Perform a variety of duties in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing vehicles, equipment, and components. Maintain a variety of shop and repair records and logs. Use various hand and power-driven shop tools. Prepare and maintain clear and accurate reports. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a mechanic shop environment; walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods of time; frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, and twist; push, pull, lift, and/or carry moderate to heavy amounts of weights; operate assigned equipment and vehicles; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Supervision:

Supervision Scope: This position performs various duties requiring a thorough knowledge of departmental operations and the ability to complete assigned tasks according to established procedures and protocol.

Supervision Received:  Works under the general direction of the department manager and in accordance with applicable Massachusetts General Laws, city policies and relevant state, federal, and local regulations and standards. Follows established work plan and completes work in accordance with established departmental policies and standards; issues are referred to supervisor.

Supervision Given: None.

Job Environment:

• Repair work is frequently noisy and subject to outdoor conditions. Office work is performed under typical office conditions.
• Operates heavy machinery and equipment, computer, calculator, copier, facsimile machine, and other standard office equipment.
• Contacts are by phone, through correspondence, and in person; they generally consist of an information exchange dialogue, discussing routine and semi-complex issues.
• Errors could result in delay of department services, and have legal and/or financial repercussions.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer