Diesel Mechanic - Ayer

Diesel Mechanic - Ayer

Ayer, Massachusetts, United States

Diesel Mechanic - Ayer

Ayer, MA Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder.

Please submit strong candidates who are local to the Job Location.

This role involves skilled maintenance and repair of all Public Works Department vehicles and equipment, as well as the upkeep of the Town garage. The mechanic works under the general supervision of the Superintendent and Highway Division Foreman, with significant autonomy in decision-making regarding vehicle maintenance and repairs.

Responsibilities:

• Perform skilled repairs and maintenance on gasoline and diesel engines, including engine overhauls, brake and suspension work, electrical system repairs, and clutch replacements
• Operate and document a preventive maintenance program, keeping detailed records of all work performed on vehicles and equipment
• Repair power equipment and tools such as compressors, jackhammers, and mowers.
• Order and manage parts inventory, prepare and maintain repair records, and assist in developing vehicle specifications
• Operate vehicles for snow removal and sanding during winter, plowing, and perform emergency highway operations as needed.
• Ensure safe practices in vehicle servicing, maintain a daily log of activities, and update the DPW Computer Maintenance and Management System

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Overtime

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Do you have a High school diploma with additional technical or vocational training in mechanics
• Do you have At least five years of experience in gas and diesel repair work; or any equivalent combination of education and experience
• Do you have Proficiency in diagnosing and repairing motor vehicles and using mechanics tools
• Do you have a CDL B license with airbrake endorsement - preferred
• Do you have Hoisting license - preferred
• Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder. (Please indicate which)
• Salary Expectation? (Salary Expectations: $32hr - $34 hr)
• Where are you located?(With Zip Code) If you are not near the job location, please explain relocation plan in detail (e.g. timeline, relocating with family, selling/buying property)
• Have you applied or been interviewed for any role with this company in the past? If so, please provide details. (Specialized Recruiting Group)
• Please provide the link to candidates LinkedIn profile:
• How soon can you start if selected?
• What experience does the candidate have with gas and diesel vehicle and engine repair work?