Motor Equipment Mechanic III

Job Description

Position Summary

Incumbents of positions in this series inspect, troubleshoot and repair motor vehicles and equipment for use by agency personnel; consult with operators, manufacturers or dealers' representatives regarding specifications or problems relating to the operation of motor vehicles and/or equipment; write repair orders and specifications for new vehicle sand equipment; and perform related work as required. The basic purpose of this work is to maintain and repair motor vehicles and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Repair motor vehicles and equipment by overhauling, rebuilding, replacing, or adjusting gasoline or diesel engines, carburetors, distributors, alternators, generators, starters, differentials, and transmissions according to manufacturers' specifications.
• Service vehicles and equipment by changing and repairing tires, adjusting brakes and cleaning and lubricating parts as needed to ensure their optimum working order.
• Repair and overhaul electrical circuits and units including all warning light circuits, arrowboards, electronic spreader circuits, electric motor circuits and electric solenoid circuits.
• Perform body repairs and windshield and window replacements.
• Operate snow removal and/or sanding equipment and vehicles.
• Operates other equipment used in automobile operation and repair such as hydraulic lifts, bumper jacks, and diagnostic testing equipment.
• Assist in the purchase, disposal, and registration of motor vehicles.
• Interview applicants for employment and provide training to new employees.
• Troubleshoot and road test motor vehicles and equipment such as automobiles, trucks, buses, bulldozers, cranes and snowblowers to determine the repair work needed to be done.
• Road test motor vehicles and recommend them for road use.
• Supervise vehicle maintenance and repair garage.

• Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of automotive repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of handheld tools used in automotive repair and maintenance such as wrenches, pliers, etc.
• Knowledge of the principles of operation of internal combustion engines.
• Knowledge of the principles of operation of diesel engines.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of materials and supplies used in automotive repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of equipment used in automotive repair and maintenance such as hydraulic lifts, bumper jacks, grinders, buffers, and air tools.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of precision measuring equipment and devices such as micrometers, calipers, etc.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures followed in automotive repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of diagnostic testing equipment used in automotive repair and maintenance including devices for checking dwell, timing, and idle speed.
• Knowledge of the principles of operation of 2-cycle and 4-cycle engines.
• Knowledge of the principle of carburetion.
• Knowledge of the principles of operation of the various components of motor equipment.
• Knowledge of the standard methods and techniques for the storage of hazardous materials.
• Knowledge of the terminology, coding, symbols, and standard abbreviations used in automotive repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of troubleshooting techniques used in automotive repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of oxy-acetylene gas welding equipment.
• Knowledge of the apparatus and instruments used for testing engines and other mechanical or electrical equipment.
• Skill in the use of equipment used in automotive repair and maintenance.
• Skill in the use of handheld tools used in automotive repairs such as wrenches, pliers, etc.
• Skill in the use of precision measuring equipment and devices such as micrometers, calipers, etc.
• Skill in the use of oxy-acetylene gas welding equipment.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to understand and apply the laws, rules, and regulations governing motor vehicle operation.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as shop manuals, plans, specifications, blueprints, drawings, etc.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with others.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Skill in heavy equipment and automotive repair and maintenance.
• Ability to understand the laws, rules and regulations governing motor vehicle inspection.
• Ability to supervise, including planning and assigning work according to the nature of the job to be accomplished, the capabilities of subordinates and available resources; controlling work through periodic reviews and/or evaluations; determining subordinates' training needs and providing or arranging for such training; motivating subordinates to work effectively; determining the need for disciplinary action and either recommending or initiating disciplinary action.

• For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at talentacquisition@dot.state.ma.us.
• For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857 - 368 - 4722.
• For a disability - related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call the ADA Coordinator, Lucy Bayard, at 857 - 274 - 1935.