Mechanic

The Town of Burlington is seeking an individual to perform highly skilled maintenance and repair work on heavy and light Town vehicles and equipment under the direction of the Superintendent of the Central Maintenance Division. 

Essential functions include, but are not limited to:

• Perform mechanical and electrical repair and maintenance work; troubleshoot gasoline and diesel internal combustion engine-powered electrical systems, remove and replace clutches and transmissions
• Per form preventative maintenance work such as lubrication and replacement of oil filters, wheel alignments, and adjusting brakes and clutches
• Perform emergency repairs in the field and respond to other related emergencies
• Remove and disassemble diesel and gasoline engines, replace faulty parts, grind valves, perform engine overhauls
• Perform auto body work and related welding and fabrication duties
• Utilize work order system and other electronic devices to complete daily assignments
• Inspect trucks and issue inspection stickers
• Assist in snow removal operations; subject to emergency recall

Minimum qualifications include

• Must possess a CDL Class B License
• Must possess a Hoisting License 2A, 4E & 4G
  • Applicants without the necessary CDL and Hoisting Licenses may be considered under certain conditions.
• Experience with, and knowledge of principles, procedures, methods and techniques involved in the repair & maintenance of gasoline and diesel powered motor vehicles, generators, and other equipment
• Mechanical abilities to diagnose, repair, and maintain a variety of motorized equipment
• Ability to proficiently utilize a computer and the required software
• Must be available for emergency snow removal operations

Full time union position, 40 hours per week, within the Department of Public Works bargaining unit.

Pay range within Group 86 of the DPW contract starts at $29.12/hr, providing annual salary increases to a maximum rate of $40.63/hr, along with comprehensive and generous benefits.

Benefits include

Health and Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off - vacation, sick, personal, 13 holidays

Pension Plan

Clothing and Tool Allowance

Education Reimbursement

Eligible for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness

Eligible for overtime opportunities