Mechanic

Job Description

Mechanic, Norwood Department of Public Works

FLSA Non-Exempt, Union, 40 hours per week

Monday – Friday 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m

FY26, Grade PW6 $29.0306 – $30.7759/hr (steps 1-3, salary range exceeds hiring range)

Summary: 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: *

• Mechanical repair and maintenance on all town DPW machines and equipment such as weed whackers, automobiles, dump trucks, and front- end loaders. 
• Light bodywork and welding for repair of vehicles
• Maintenance and repair duties (greasing vehicles; changing oil filters; readjustment of wiring, lights, front/rear brakes; and re/mounting of tires
• Snow plowing and sanding operations
• Knowledge of heavy equipment operation, maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment; 
• knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulic and electrical systems, welding. 

Minimum Requirements: *

• High school education or equivalent, advanced technical education or equivalent; 
• Three 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 requirements. Full posting available here: www.norwoodma.gov