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Maintenace Mechanic Foreperson (Machinist)
Maintenace Mechanic Foreperson (Machinist)City of Boston • Boston, MA, US
Maintenace Mechanic Foreperson (Machinist)

Maintenace Mechanic Foreperson (Machinist)

City of Boston • Boston, MA, US
8 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

Overview

This is a provisional appointment. Brief Job Description (Essential Functions Of The Job) : Under direction of the Commissioner or his / her designee, performs work of moderate difficulty involving supervision and assisting subordinates in the maintenance and repair of a variety of automotive vehicles, such as pickup trucks, packers, trailers, and earth-moving diesel equipment; performs machining of metal parts, assembly, installation and repair of various machines; ensures preventative maintenance programs are adhered to; assists in more complex repairs; maintains time and attendance records; requisitions parts and supplies; performs mechanical work and related duties as required.

Responsibilities

  • Plans, assigns, and supervises rough and finished machining work.
  • Assigns work to ensure timely completion and turnaround of equipment and vehicles.
  • Inspects work in process and at completion.
  • Maintains time records of subordinates and prepares reports of work done.
  • Requisitions necessary materials and supplies.
  • Works closely with positions to orient, train, and update on equipment : Special Heavy Motor Equipment Operator (SHMEO), Heavy Motor Equipment Operator & Laborer (HMEOL), Motor Equipment Repairperson, and others as assigned.
  • Works with the City\'s Central Fleet Department to manage inventory of park maintenance vehicles and equipment.
  • Coordinates with vendors to send overloads or unfinished stock to outside shops for completion when required.
  • Assists with the management of vendor contracts and agreements.
  • Responsible for opening and closing the Park Maintenance Garage daily.
  • Tows and delivers vehicles and equipment using tow trucks, flatbed trucks, and trailers.
  • Performs other job-related duties as necessary and required.

Required to work any emergency as directed by the Commissioner of Parks & Recreation or his / her designee.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications

  • At least four (4) years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, paid professional experience as an automotive mechanic, machinist, or motor equipment repairperson; working on a broad range of commonly known light and heavy-duty automotive equipment.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • CDL Class B license with an air brake endorsement and Hoisting Licenses must be obtained within six (6) months of appointment.
  • Knowledge of the repair and maintenance of hydraulic systems as they pertain to large grass mowers, snow throwers, and skid steers.
  • Ability to repair all equipment owned by the Parks Department Maintenance Division, including, but not limited to : large and small grass cutting equipment, plows and sanders, trackless sidewalk machines, etc.
  • Working skills in the diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of light and heavy equipment, and in the application of tools used in the trade.
  • Ability to plan, assign, and supervise the work of subordinate personnel.
  • Must have the ability to exercise good judgment and be able to focus on detail as required by the job.
  • Must be proficient in basic computer skills and applications.
  • Must be able to work any assigned shift.
  • Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment physical.
  • Minimum lifting requirement is fifty (50) pounds.
  • Must be able to successfully pass the Commonwealth\'s Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) background check.

    • CORI Check Required

    BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED

    Terms

  • Union / Salary Plan / Grade : AFSCME / RA1-16
  • Hours per week : 40
  • Work Location : Franklin Park Maintenance Yard

    • Seniority level

  • Mid-Senior level

    • Employment type

  • Full-time

    • Job function

  • Management and Manufacturing

    • Industries

  • Government Administration

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