Mechanic

Company: Town of Norwood   Location: Norwood, MA  

Title: Mechanic

Department: Department of Public Works One Lyman Place, Norwood MA 02062

Status:FLSA Non-Exempt, Union, 40 hours per week            

Hours:Monday -  Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m

Salary: FY26, Grade PW6 $29.0306 - $30.7759 per hour for steps 1-3 (salary range exceeds hiring range)

General Summary: The purpose of this position is to 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: *

• Performs troubleshooting, mechanical repair and maintenance duties on all town DPW machines and equipment such as weed whackers, automobiles, dump trucks, and front- end loaders. 

• Provides light bodywork and welding for repair of vehicles. 

• Performs maintenance and repair duties such as greasing vehicles; changing oil filters; readjustment of wiring, lights, front/rear brakes; and re/mounting of tires. 

• Orders all mechanical parts necessary for repairing of equipment. 

• Performs snow plowing and sanding operations; assists other areas of the DPW as needed. 

• Performs similar or related work as required

Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of heavy equipment operation, maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment; 

• knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulic and electrical systems, welding. 

• Ability to understand and follow oral instructions. Ability to follow all applicable safety regulations and procedures. 

• Skill in all of the above listed tools and equipment.

Minimum Requirements: *

• High school education or equivalent, advanced technical education or equivalent; 

• Three (3) 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 qualification requirements. Complete job description is available by emailing the contact below.

Instructions to Apply:

Interested candidates, meeting the qualifications and expectations as noted above, should submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@norwoodma.gov 

Please reference Requisition #2026-023 on all materials.

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