Motor Equipment Repair Person

Department of Public Services – Garage | Full-time, non-exempt | Teamsters Local #404

About the role

The City of Pittsfield’s Department of Public Services is seeking a qualified Motor Equipment Repair Person to perform skilled work servicing and repairing a wide variety of automotive vehicles and motorized equipment. The candidate must provide and maintain a complete set of standard heavy-equipment repair tools and wrenches. This position may require work outside of regular repair hours to support weather-related City operations or other emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and troubleshoot gasoline and diesel internal-combustion engine powered vehicles and equipment, including air compressors, vehicle and equipment hydraulic systems, generators, and pump drives.
• Perform repairs such as engine tune-ups and overhauls, electrical-system repairs, brake and clutch adjustments, carburetor repairs, front-end alignment, replacement of engine components, valve and brake-drum grinding, body-panel replacement or repair and painting, and related welding and metal work.
• Conduct preventative maintenance: lubrication, oil and filter changes, antifreeze checks, etc.
• Fabricate and modify equipment by installing brackets, racks, and other custom components.
• Test-drive vehicles and equipment to diagnose issues and verify completed repairs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Massachusetts Class D Driver’s License.
• Two years of full-time experience repairing and maintaining automotive engines and vehicle or equipment components.
• Thorough knowledge of motor-equipment repair tools, diagnostic equipment, and techniques.
• Working familiarity with welding equipment and techniques.
• Ability to interact positively and professionally with the public, officials, and colleagues.

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid Massachusetts Class B Commercial Driver’s License.
• Valid Hydraulic Engineer licenses 1C, 2A, 3A, and 4E.

Working Conditions

• Frequent public interaction with residents, government officials, staff, boards, and third-party vendors.
• Regular outdoor work in all weather conditions and extremes.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to operate all machines, devices, and tools used in motor-equipment repair.
• Versatility and agility to climb under, over, and around vehicles and equipment.
• Physical strength to lift 50 lbs from floor to chest height.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (40 hours per week).

Pay

Starting rate $23.75/hour with annual increases up to $32.87/hour.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Up to 14 paid holidays
• Personal Days
• Vacation Time
• Earned Sick Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement