Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer
U.S. Army Reserve Command
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Heavy Motor Equipment Repairman
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
HRD
Job Description
Summary
This job involves fixing and maintaining large machines like cranes, shovels, and heavy trucks used in construction and earth-moving tasks, including diagnosing problems, repairing parts, and keeping records of the work.
It's a hands-on role for someone who enjoys working with engines, hydraulics, and tools in a state government setting.
A good fit would be a mechanically skilled person with at least two years of experience in heavy equipment repair and the ability to pass physical and certification tests.
Key Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in heavy motor equipment repair
- Must provide own tools
- Ability to obtain MA Emission Testing Certification if required
- OEM or ASE certification may be required
- EVT Certification Level 1 may be required
- Ability to become certified in federally mandated refrigerant recycling and service procedures
- Pre-employment physical and drug test required
- CDL Class B with airbrake endorsement may be required
- Must be a resident of the city of Boston
Full Job Description
Under general supervision, performs skilled mechanical work in the repair and maintenance of heavy and special motor equipment; and does related work as required.Examines and locates mechanical defects in a variety of heavy and special motor equipment such as power shovels, cranes, wrecker trucks, heavy tractor-trailers, catchbasin cleaning machines, motor graders, and other earth moving equipment.
Requirements
Disassembles, repairs, grinds or replaces work parts; fits new parts and adjusts engines, oil, water and fuel pumps, carburetors and fuel injectors, governors, starting motors, clutches, transmissions, differentials, brakes and steering gear; replaces electrical wiring, overhauls hydraulic lifts and steering assemblies on motor graders and tractors; uses welding equipment to fabricate, rebuild and strengthen various parts and pieces of equipment; maintains records of time and materials used on each job.Qualifications
2 years of experience required in related work. Must have own tools. Ability to meet MA Emission Testing Certification may be required. OEM or ASE cerification may be required. EVT certification Level 1 may be required. Ability to become certified in federally mandated refrigerant recyling and service procedures. Pre-employment physical and drug test required. CDL class B with airbrake endorsement may be required. Must be a resident of the city of Boston.Additional Information
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